Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 vs Yoichi Limited Edition 2019

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

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966Yoichi Limited Edition 2019
DistilleryAuchentoshanYoichi
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40.9%48%
Age44 yrNAS
Price£2999.95£2750
Rating4.67/5

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Yoichi Limited Edition 2019

Smoke64/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yoichi Limited Edition 2019

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).

Yoichi Limited Edition 2019 is better value at £2750 vs £3000.

For beginners: Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£2999.95 vs £2750)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Yoichi Limited Edition 2019

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£2750 vs £2999.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)

Who should buy Auchentoshan?

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Who should buy Yoichi?

Yoichi Limited Edition 2019 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 Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitLeathery

Only Yoichi Limited Edition 2019

SmokeyFresh FruitVanillaHoneyToasted

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