Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Glen Scotia 46 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Glen Scotia 46 Year Old
Glen Scotia
£6750
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Glen Scotia 46 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 41.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | 46 yr |
| Price | £7299 | £6749.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Glen Scotia 46 Year Old
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Glen Scotia 46 Year Old
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 46 Year Old is better value at £6750 vs £7299.
For beginners: Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
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 (£7299 vs £6749.99)
Glen Scotia 46 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£6749.99 vs £7299)
- +Longer maturation (46 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 46 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
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