The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
The Lakes Distillery
£350
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £350 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
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 Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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