Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland Whisky vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland WhiskyYamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
DistilleryClynelishYamazaki
Region
CountryUnited KingdomJapan
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£10000£7299
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness88/100
Beginner70/100
Value1/100

Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £10000.

For beginners: Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£10000 vs £7299)
  • 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland 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

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Clynelish 1965 / 29 Year Old / Sherry Cask #667 / Signatory Highland Whisky

SherriedLeatheryTobaccoDried Fruit

Only Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)

VanillaHoney

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