Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 vs Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 | Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Miyagikyo |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.9% | 48% |
| Age | 44 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2999.95 | £2750 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | — |
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019
Quick verdict
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Miyagikyo 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)
Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019
Pros
- +More affordable (£2750 vs £2999.95)
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 Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo 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
Only Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019