The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak
The Macallan
£1200
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Rosebank |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £1499 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak is better value at £1200 vs £1499.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1499)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499 vs £1200)
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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.
Tasting notes
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old 1993 Sherry Oak
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)