Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection vs Yoichi 20 Year Old

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

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians CollectionYoichi 20 Year Old
DistilleryTullibardineYoichi
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40.4%52%
Age51 yr20 yr
Price£1995£2500
Rating4.33/5

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Yoichi 20 Year Old

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

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yoichi 20 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection is better value at £1995 vs £2500.

For beginners: Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£1995 vs £2500)
  • +Longer maturation (51 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£2500 vs £1995)

Who should buy Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

Toasted

Only Tullibardine 1964 - Custodians Collection

VanillaChocolateNuttyHoneyOld Wood

Only Yoichi 20 Year Old

SmokeyOilyDried FruitMalt Extract

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