Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release
Littlemill
£9500
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Littlemill | Yamazaki |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 48% |
| Age | 45 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £9500 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £9500.
For beginners: Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£9500 vs £7299)
- −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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Littlemill?
Littlemill 45 Year Old 250th Anniversary Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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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