Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Macallan 52 Year Old 1969 (cask 8376) - The Rarest Reserve Collection (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Macallan 52 Year Old 1969 (cask 8376) - The Rarest Reserve Collection (Duncan Taylor)
The Macallan
£9420
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Macallan 52 Year Old 1969 (cask 8376) - The Rarest Reserve Collection (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 41.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | 52 yr |
| Price | £7299 | £9420 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Macallan 52 Year Old 1969 (cask 8376) - The Rarest Reserve Collection (Duncan Taylor)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Macallan 52 Year Old 1969 (cask 8376) - The Rarest Reserve Collection (Duncan Taylor)
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 £9420.
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
Macallan 52 Year Old 1969 (cask 8376) - The Rarest Reserve Collection (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£9420 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 Macallan?
Macallan 52 Year Old 1969 (cask 8376) - The Rarest Reserve Collection (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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