Chichibu London Edition 2023 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 2023 Japanese Single Malt WhiskyThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryChichibuThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£360£399
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu London Edition 2023 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Chichibu London Edition 2023 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu London Edition 2023 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is better value at £360 vs £399.

For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2023 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Chichibu London Edition 2023 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£360 vs £399)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £360)

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu London Edition 2023 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

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Chichibu London Edition 2023 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SherriedDried Fruit

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