Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky vs The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Ichiro's
£2200
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.80
£1500
| Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky | The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro's | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £2200 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.80/5 |
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Quick verdict
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak 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 4.8)
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +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 The?
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak 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
Only Ichiro's Malt & Grain / Japanese Blended Whisky 2019 Japanese Whisky
Only The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak