AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | AE Dor | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £6500 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac is better value at £6500 vs £7299.
For beginners: AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£6500 vs £7299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £6500)
Who should buy AE?
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac 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.
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.
Tasting notes
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Only AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac