Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des AngesThe Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
DistilleryHanyuThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.4%43%
Age22 yr25 yr
Price£2250£2750
Rating4.91/5

Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).

Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges is better value at £2250 vs £2750.

For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges

Pros

  • +More affordable (£2250 vs £2750)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 22 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£2750 vs £2250)

Who should buy Hanyu?

Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges 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 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitTobacco

Only Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges

Leathery

Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Chocolate

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