Kanosuke Artist Edition #001 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kanosuke Artist Edition #001
Kanosuke
£450
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Kanosuke Artist Edition #001 | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kanosuke | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £450 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Kanosuke Artist Edition #001
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Kanosuke Artist Edition #001
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 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £450.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Kanosuke Artist Edition #001
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £399)
- −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 affordable (£399 vs £450)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Kanosuke?
Kanosuke Artist Edition #001 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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