Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Ben Wyvis
£5500
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Wyvis | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £5500 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £5500 vs £7299.
For beginners: Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5500 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 £5500)
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Wyvis 1965 / 37 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch 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 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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