The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
The Blended Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£350
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9 | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Blended Whisky Company | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £349.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9 is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£349.95 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £349.95)
Who should buy The?
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
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