Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private 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
Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Longmorn
£5220
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private Collection Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Longmorn |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7299 | £5220 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private Collection Speyside Whisky is better value at £5220 vs £7299.
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
- −More expensive (£7299 vs £5220)
Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5220 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 1970 / 51 Year Old / Private 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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