Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£9750
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £9750 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £9750.
For beginners: Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£9750 vs £7299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Only Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)