The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak vs Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.59
£999
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky
Ichiro's
£1500
| The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak | Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Ichiro's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £999 | £1500 |
| Rating | 4.59/5 | — |
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak is rated higher (4.59 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak is better value at £999 vs £1500.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£999 vs £1500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £999)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Only Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2021 Japanese Whisky