Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland Whisky vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland Whisky
Dalmore
£6500
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland Whisky | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £6500 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland 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).
Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland Whisky is better value at £6500 vs £7299.
For beginners: Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish Highland Whisky
Pros
- +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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 1981 / Matusalem Sherry Finish 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
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