Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299

Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet
Drinks by the Dram
£10000
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7299 | £9999.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet
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 £10000.
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
Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£9999.95 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 Very?
Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Very Old and Rare Whisky Cabinet