Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019 vs Yoichi 20 Year Old

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

Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019Yoichi 20 Year Old
DistilleryMiyagikyoYoichi
Region
CountryJapanJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%52%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£2750£2500
Rating4.33/5

Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Yoichi 20 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner35/100
Value2/100

Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yoichi 20 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yoichi 20 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).

Yoichi 20 Year Old is better value at £2500 vs £2750.

For beginners: Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£2750 vs £2500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Yoichi 20 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
  • +More affordable (£2500 vs £2750)

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water

Who should buy Miyagikyo?

Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019 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 Yoichi?

Yoichi 20 Year Old 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Miyagikyo Limited Edition 2019

HoneyFresh FruitVanilla

Only Yoichi 20 Year Old

SmokeyOilyDried Fruit

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