Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)
Kilkerran
£299
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilkerran | The Macallan |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.2% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)
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).
Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)
Pros
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
- +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 £299)
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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
Both taste of
Only Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange