Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky
Glengoyne
£450
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £450 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky
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 £450.
For beginners: Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 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 £450)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 15 Year Old / Kiln Decanter / Bot.1980s Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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