Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Aberlour 44 Year Old / Cellar Collection Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Aberlour 44 Year Old / Cellar Collection Speyside Whisky
Aberlour
£7500
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Aberlour 44 Year Old / Cellar Collection Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Aberlour |
| 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)
Aberlour 44 Year Old / Cellar Collection Speyside Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Aberlour 44 Year Old / Cellar Collection Speyside 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
Aberlour 44 Year Old / Cellar Collection Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 44 Year Old / Cellar Collection Speyside 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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