Yamazaki 1984 vs Cutty Sark Centenary Edition

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

Yamazaki 1984Cutty Sark Centenary Edition
DistilleryYamazakiCutty Sark
RegionOther Scotch
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48%52.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£899.95£910
Rating5.00/5

Yamazaki 1984

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

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Yamazaki 1984

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Yamazaki 1984 is better value at £900 vs £910.

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 affordable (£899.95 vs £910)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£910 vs £899.95)
  • 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 Cutty?

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 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

Both taste of

Old WoodToastedSherried

Only Yamazaki 1984

VanillaNutty

Only Cutty Sark Centenary Edition

Dried Fruit

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