Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
DistilleryDalmoreMiyagikyo
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42%45%
Age21 yr15 yr
Price£699£699
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value7/100

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £699.

For beginners: Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Miyagikyo?

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedVanillaCooked FruitOld WoodToasted

Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

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