Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603) vs Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603)
Karuizawa
★ 4.62
£27996
Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Karuizawa
£39000
| Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603) | Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Karuizawa | Karuizawa |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.7% | 40% |
| Age | 48 yr | NAS |
| Price | £27995.95 | £39000 |
| Rating | 4.62/5 | — |
Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603)
Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603)
Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603) is rated higher (4.62 vs 0.00).
Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603) is better value at £27996 vs £39000.
For beginners: Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£27995.95 vs £39000)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£39000 vs £27995.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
Who should buy Karuizawa?
Karuizawa 48 Year Old 1964 (cask 3603) 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 Karuizawa?
Karuizawa Marriage 1965+1972 / 50 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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