Midleton Very Rare 2017 vs Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Midleton Very Rare 2017 | Miyagikyo 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Miyagikyo |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 45% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £799 | £699 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 2017
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 2017
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £799.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2017 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 2017
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£699 vs £799)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2017 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old 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
Only Midleton Very Rare 2017
Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old