Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Tesseron Extreme Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Tesseron Extreme Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Tesseron |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7299 | £5940 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Tesseron Extreme Cognac
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Tesseron Extreme Cognac
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tesseron Extreme Cognac is better value at £5940 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 £5940)
Tesseron Extreme Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5940 vs £7299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Tesseron?
Tesseron Extreme Cognac 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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