Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Glenfarclas
£6000
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Glenfarclas |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7299 | £6000 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky is better value at £6000 vs £7299.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky is more approachable (85/100 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 £6000)
Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£6000 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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Only Glenfarclas 1968 / Bot.2012 / Cask #5241 / 175th Anniversary Speyside Whisky