Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal vs Miyagikyo 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
Miyagikyo 12 Year Old
Miyagikyo
★ 4.50
£399
| Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal | Miyagikyo 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Miyagikyo |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.8% | 45% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Miyagikyo 12 Year Old
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Miyagikyo 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Miyagikyo 12 Year Old is better value at £399 vs £399.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Miyagikyo 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo 12 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.
Tasting notes
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