Yoichi 20 Year Old vs Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Yoichi
★ 4.33
£2500
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Dalmore
£3995
| Yoichi 20 Year Old | Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yoichi | Dalmore |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 57.9% |
| Age | 20 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £2500 | £3995 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | — |
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Quick verdict
Yoichi 20 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).
Yoichi 20 Year Old is better value at £2500 vs £3995.
For beginners: Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More affordable (£2500 vs £3995)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£3995 vs £2500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
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.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection 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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Only Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection