The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak vs Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
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 & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Ichiro's
£2200
| The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak | Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Ichiro's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £2200 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
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 £2200.
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 £2200)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2200 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 & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 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
Both taste of
Only The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Only Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky