Yamazaki 1984 vs Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900
Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Bowmore
£684
| Yamazaki 1984 | Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Bowmore |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 54.8% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £899.95 | £683.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki 1984
Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Yamazaki 1984
Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) is better value at £684 vs £900.
For beginners: Yamazaki 1984 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki 1984
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£899.95 vs £683.71)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£683.71 vs £899.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1984 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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Only Yamazaki 1984
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Where to buy
Yamazaki 1984
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Bowmore 20 Year Old 2001 (cask 102) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange