Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Bruichladdich
£535
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £534.9 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
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 Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £535.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£534.9 vs £399)
- −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 affordable (£399 vs £534.9)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Only Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)