Miyagikyo 15 Year Old vs Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Miyagikyo 15 Year OldDalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryMiyagikyoDalmore
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV45%40%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£699£600
Rating5.00/5

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

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

Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness88/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £600 vs £699.

For beginners: Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£699 vs £600)

Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£600 vs £699)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch 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

Honey

Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Fresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Dalmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

VanillaOld Wood

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