Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter
Glenfarclas
★ 4.83
£9883
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Glenfarclas |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 40.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £7299 | £9882.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.83/5 |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £9883.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£9882.5 vs £7299)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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