Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish
Edradour
£300
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 43% |
| Age | 22 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish
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).
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish is better value at £300 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£299.95 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — 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 £299.95)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 22 Year Old 1999 - Oloroso Cask Finish 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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