The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) vs Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThe MacallanOld Parr
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£1599.95£1750
Rating4.25/5

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value3/100

Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is rated higher (4.25 vs 0.00).

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is better value at £1600 vs £1750.

For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
  • +More affordable (£1599.95 vs £1750)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£1750 vs £1599.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)

Who should buy The?

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) 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 Grand?

Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolateTobacco

Only Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

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