Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Chichibu
£500
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £500 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £500.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £500)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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