Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection
Springbank
£6999
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Yamazaki |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.1% | 48% |
| Age | 45 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £6999 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection is better value at £6999 vs £7299.
For beginners: Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection
Pros
- +More affordable (£6999 vs £7299)
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 18 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
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
- −More expensive (£7299 vs £6999)
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 45 Year Old - Millennium Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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
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