The Balvenie 40 Year Old vs The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
Balvenie
★ 4.80
£7225
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
The Macallan
£5999
| The Balvenie 40 Year Old | The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.2% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £7225 | £5999 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Balvenie 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is better value at £5999 vs £7225.
For beginners: The Balvenie 40 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£7225 vs £5999)
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5999 vs £7225)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy The?
The Balvenie 40 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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