Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Bowmore
£7000
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £7000 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky is better value at £7000 vs £7299.
For beginners: Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£7000 vs £7299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£7299 vs £7000)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 1968 / 32 Year Old / 50th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Only Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)