Yamazaki 1984 vs The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900

The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3
The Macallan
£799
| Yamazaki 1984 | The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £899.95 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki 1984
The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3
Yamazaki 1984
The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3 is better value at £799 vs £900.
For beginners: The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £799)
The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£799 vs £899.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3 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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Where to buy
Yamazaki 1984
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 10 Year Old Speaker Martin’s - Edition 3
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange