Miyagikyo 15 Year Old vs Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Miyagikyo 15 Year OldYamazaki Peated Malt 2022
DistilleryMiyagikyoYamazaki
Region
CountryJapanJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45%48%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£699£699
Rating5.00/5

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022 is better value at £699 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

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Yamazaki?

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022 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

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

Only Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

SmokeyToastedCooked FruitOld Wood

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