Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set
Nikka
£2600
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
| Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.4% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £2600 | £2750 |
| Rating | — | 4.91/5 |
Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set is better value at £2600 vs £2750.
For beginners: Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£2600 vs £2750)
Cons
- −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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£2750 vs £2600)
Who should buy Nikka?
Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
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
Only Nikka Taketsuru on the Road Set
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018