Yoichi 20 Year Old vs Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Yoichi 20 Year OldTullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection
DistilleryYoichiTullibardine
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52%40.4%
Age20 yr51 yr
Price£2500£1995
Rating4.33/5

Yoichi 20 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner35/100
Value2/100

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Yoichi 20 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yoichi 20 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection is better value at £1995 vs £2500.

For beginners: Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Yoichi 20 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£2500 vs £1995)

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£1995 vs £2500)
  • +Longer maturation (51 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Yoichi 20 Year Old

SmokeyOilyDried FruitMalt Extract

Only Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

VanillaChocolateNuttyHoneyOld Wood

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