Deanston 48 Year Old 1974 vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 48 Year Old 1974
Deanston
£7000
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Deanston 48 Year Old 1974 | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Yamazaki |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.4% | 48% |
| Age | 48 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £7000 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 48 Year Old 1974
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Deanston 48 Year Old 1974
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 48 Year Old 1974 is better value at £7000 vs £7299.
For beginners: Deanston 48 Year Old 1974 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Deanston 48 Year Old 1974
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£7000 vs £7299)
- +Longer maturation (48 vs 18 years)
- +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 £7000)
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 48 Year Old 1974 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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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