Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky

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

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky
DistilleryYamazakiSpringbank
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£7299£5500
Rating5.00/5

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness88/100
Beginner70/100
Value1/100

Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky is better value at £5500 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 £5500)

Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£5500 vs £7299)
  • +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 Springbank?

Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)

VanillaHoney

Only Springbank 1965 / Bot.1993 / Sherry Cask / Adelphi Campbeltown Whisky

SherriedDried FruitLeatheryTobacco

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