Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi) vs Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi)
Akkeshi
£110
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Kininvie
★ 5.00
£120
| Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi) | Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Akkeshi | Kininvie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 42.6% |
| Age | 3 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £109.99 | £120 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Quick verdict
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi) is better value at £110 vs £120.
For beginners: Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£109.99 vs £120)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
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 (£120 vs £109.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Akkeshi?
Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Kininvie?
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) 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 Akkeshi 3 Year Old 2018 (cask 1004) - (Adelphi)
Only Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)