Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990s vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990sThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryGlenfarclasThe Macallan
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
Age25 yr18 yr
Price£399£399
Rating5.00/5

Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £399.

For beginners: Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990s 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 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

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitToasted

Only Glenfarclas 25 Year Old - 1990s

ChocolateOld Wood

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

VanillaHoney

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