Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Bisquit Dubouche 1811 Cognac / Grande Champagne / Bot.1930s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Bisquit Dubouche 1811 Cognac / Grande Champagne / Bot.1930s
Bisquit
£7500
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Bisquit Dubouche 1811 Cognac / Grande Champagne / Bot.1930s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Bisquit |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7299 | £7500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Bisquit Dubouche 1811 Cognac / Grande Champagne / Bot.1930s
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Bisquit Dubouche 1811 Cognac / Grande Champagne / Bot.1930s
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £7500.
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
Bisquit Dubouche 1811 Cognac / Grande Champagne / Bot.1930s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£7500 vs £7299)
- −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 Bisquit?
Bisquit Dubouche 1811 Cognac / Grande Champagne / Bot.1930s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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