Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Macallan 1969 / 52 Year Old / Duncan Taylor Rarest Reserve Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Macallan 1969 / 52 Year Old / Duncan Taylor Rarest Reserve Speyside Whisky
Macallan
£9250
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Macallan 1969 / 52 Year Old / Duncan Taylor Rarest Reserve Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Macallan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7299 | £9250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Macallan 1969 / 52 Year Old / Duncan Taylor Rarest Reserve Speyside Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Macallan 1969 / 52 Year Old / Duncan Taylor Rarest Reserve 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 £9250.
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 1969 / 52 Year Old / Duncan Taylor Rarest Reserve Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£9250 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 1969 / 52 Year Old / Duncan Taylor Rarest Reserve 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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