Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
Maxime Trijol
£345
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Maxime Trijol | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £345 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
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).
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac is better value at £345 vs £399.
For beginners: Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£345 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £345)
Who should buy Maxime?
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac 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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