The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak vs Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.80
£1500
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Hanyu
£2400
| The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak | Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Hanyu |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £2400 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Quick verdict
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is better value at £1500 vs £2400.
For beginners: The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2400)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2400 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine 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 The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition 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
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