Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Ichiro's
£2200
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro's | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £2200 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
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 £2200.
For beginners: Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2200 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £2200)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese 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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)