Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Ichiro
★ 1.50
£465
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £465.3 | £399 |
| Rating | 1.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
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 1.50).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £465.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£465.3 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (1.5 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 £465.3)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old 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 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
Only Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)