Miyagikyo 15 Year Old vs Clynelish 28 Year Old 1976 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

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

Miyagikyo 15 Year OldClynelish 28 Year Old 1976 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
DistilleryMiyagikyoClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45%46%
Age15 yr28 yr
Price£699£1000
Rating5.00/5

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

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

Clynelish 28 Year Old 1976 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 28 Year Old 1976 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £1000.

For beginners: Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £1000)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Clynelish 28 Year Old 1976 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (28 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1000 vs £699)
  • 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 28 Year Old 1976 - Mission (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

Only Clynelish 28 Year Old 1976 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

SherriedLeatheryOld WoodTobaccoDried Fruit

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