Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Dumbarton
★ 5.00
£1588
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.80
£1500
| Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dumbarton | The Macallan |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.6% | 43% |
| Age | 55 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1588.33 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.80/5 |
Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Quick verdict
Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is better value at £1500 vs £1588.
For beginners: The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (55 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1588.33 vs £1500)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £1588.33)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Dumbarton?
Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Dumbarton 55 Year Old 1964 (cask 13767) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak