Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release) vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£7995
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release) | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Yamazaki |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 48% |
| Age | 40 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £7995 | £7299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £7995.
For beginners: Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£7995 vs £7299)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£7299 vs £7995)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 40 Year Old (2018 Release) 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.
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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