Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Redbreast
£415
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Redbreast | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £415.15 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
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 £415.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£415.15 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 £415.15)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Redbreast?
Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) 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
Only Redbreast 25 Year Old 1991 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)