Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Hanyu
£2400
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Hanyu |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 57.5% |
| Age | 32 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £2400 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £2400.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +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 5.0)
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition