Craigellachie 37 Year Old vs Yoichi 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Craigellachie 37 Year Old | Yoichi 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Yoichi |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 52% |
| Age | 37 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £2975 | £2500 |
| Rating | — | 4.33/5 |
Craigellachie 37 Year Old
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Craigellachie 37 Year Old
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Yoichi 20 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).
Yoichi 20 Year Old is better value at £2500 vs £2975.
For beginners: Craigellachie 37 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 37 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (37 vs 20 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£2975 vs £2500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More affordable (£2500 vs £2975)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 37 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi 20 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 37 Year Old
Only Yoichi 20 Year Old