Yamazaki 1984 vs Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Yamazaki 1984Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
DistilleryYamazakiGlen Moray
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£899.95£730
Rating5.00/5

Yamazaki 1984

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value6/100

Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Yamazaki 1984

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky is better value at £730 vs £900.

For beginners: Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky is more approachable (85/100 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 £730)

Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£730 vs £899.95)

Cons

  • 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 Glen?

Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToastedSherried

Only Yamazaki 1984

Old WoodNutty

Only Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky

ChocolateHoney

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