Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series vs Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series
Shizuoka
£599
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£799
| Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series | Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shizuoka | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £599 | £799 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series is better value at £599 vs £799.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£599 vs £799)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
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 (£799 vs £599)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Shizuoka?
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series 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.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 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
Only Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series
Only Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014