Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) vs Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky
Clynelish
£5850
| Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Clynelish |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7299 | £5850 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky is better value at £5850 vs £7299.
For beginners: Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky is more approachable (85/100 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 £5850)
Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5850 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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clynelish 1972 / 50 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Highland Whisky