Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Karuizawa
£7500
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Karuizawa |
| 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)
Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
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
Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
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 Karuizawa?
Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky 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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