Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Yoichi 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Craigellachie
£2250
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Yoichi
★ 4.33
£2500
| Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Yoichi 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Yoichi |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £2250 | £2500 |
| Rating | — | 4.33/5 |
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Yoichi 20 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £2250 vs £2500.
For beginners: Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£2250 vs £2500)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2500 vs £2250)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside 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 Yoichi?
Yoichi 20 Year Old is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Yoichi 20 Year Old