Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two vs Shirakawa 1958
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two
Midleton
£36000
Shirakawa 1958
Takara Shuzo
★ 5.00
£23495
| Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two | Shirakawa 1958 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Takara Shuzo |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Japan |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.6% | 49% |
| Age | 46 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36000 | £23495 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two
Shirakawa 1958
Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two
Shirakawa 1958
Quick verdict
Shirakawa 1958 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Shirakawa 1958 is better value at £23495 vs £36000.
For beginners: Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£36000 vs £23495)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Shirakawa 1958
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£23495 vs £36000)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton 46 Year Old 1973 - Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Two 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 Shirakawa?
Shirakawa 1958 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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