Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Hanyu
£2400
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
| Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hanyu | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 48.3% |
| Age | NAS | 40 yr |
| Price | £2400 | £2995 |
| Rating | — | 4.88/5 |
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition is better value at £2400 vs £2995.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£2400 vs £2995)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2995 vs £2400)
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.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 40 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Ichiro's Malt The Game Hanyu - 3rd Edition
Only Highland Park 40 Year Old