The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 vs Yoichi 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Yoichi
★ 4.33
£2500
| The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | Yoichi 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Yoichi |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52% |
| Age | 25 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £2750 | £2500 |
| Rating | 4.91/5 | 4.33/5 |
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Yoichi 20 Year Old
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 4.33).
Yoichi 20 Year Old is better value at £2500 vs £2750.
For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£2750 vs £2500)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£2500 vs £2750)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 4.9)
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.
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi 20 Year Old 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
Both taste of
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Only Yoichi 20 Year Old