The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014) vs Yamazaki 1984

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

The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)Yamazaki 1984
DistilleryGlendullanYamazaki
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV59.8%48%
Age38 yrNAS
Price£750£899.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value5/100

Yamazaki 1984

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value6/100

The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki 1984

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £750 vs £900.

For beginners: Yamazaki 1984 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£750 vs £899.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Yamazaki 1984

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£899.95 vs £750)

Who should buy The?

The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014) 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.

Who should buy Yamazaki?

Yamazaki 1984 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

Both taste of

Old WoodSherried

Only The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)

Dried FruitTobacco

Only Yamazaki 1984

VanillaToastedNutty

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