Yamazaki Mizunara 2013 vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£2995
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
| Yamazaki Mizunara 2013 | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £2995 | £2750 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.91/5 |
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.91).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is better value at £2750 vs £2995.
For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£2995 vs £2750)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£2750 vs £2995)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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