Miyagikyo 15 Year Old vs Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Miyagikyo
★ 5.00
£699
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask
Port Ellen
£695
| Miyagikyo 15 Year Old | Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Miyagikyo | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £699 | £695 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask is better value at £695 vs £699.
For beginners: Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 vs £695)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£695 vs £699)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Port?
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask 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 Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4785) - First Cask