Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky vs Yoichi 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky
Ardbeg
£3000
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Yoichi
★ 4.33
£2500
| Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky | Yoichi 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Yoichi |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £3000 | £2500 |
| Rating | — | 4.33/5 |
Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Yoichi 20 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).
Yoichi 20 Year Old is better value at £2500 vs £3000.
For beginners: Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£3000 vs £2500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More affordable (£2500 vs £3000)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 1974 / 18 Year Old / Cask #3345 / La Reserve Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi 20 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
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