Miyagikyo 15 Year Old vs Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Miyagikyo
★ 5.00
£699

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
★ 5.00
£800
| Miyagikyo 15 Year Old | Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Miyagikyo | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 45% | 46.9% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £699 | £799.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Quick verdict
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £800.
For beginners: Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£699 vs £799.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£799.95 vs £699)
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.
Who should buy Old?
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Only Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)