The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release) vs Yamazaki 1984
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release)
The Macallan
★ 4.67
£799
Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release) | Yamazaki 1984 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Yamazaki |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £799 | £899.95 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release)
Yamazaki 1984
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release)
Yamazaki 1984
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release) is better value at £799 vs £900.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£799 vs £899.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki 1984
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£899.95 vs £799)
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1984 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2017 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Yamazaki 1984
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange