Singleton of Glen Ord 40 Year Old vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Singleton of Glen Ord 40 Year Old
Glen Ord
£2999
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
| Singleton of Glen Ord 40 Year Old | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.9% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £2999 | £2750 |
| Rating | — | 4.91/5 |
Singleton of Glen Ord 40 Year Old
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Singleton of Glen Ord 40 Year Old
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is better value at £2750 vs £2999.
For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Singleton of Glen Ord 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2999 vs £2750)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£2750 vs £2999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Singleton?
Singleton of Glen Ord 40 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 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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