The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 vs Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky
DistilleryThe MacallanLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£2750£3000
Rating4.91/5

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky

Smoke52/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £3000.

For beginners: Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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 £3000)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£3000 vs £2750)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

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.

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky 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

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodChocolate

Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Dried FruitTobacco

Only Longmorn 1969 / 39 Year Old / Sherry Butt / TWE 10th Anniversary / G&M Speyside Whisky

LeatheryRubbery

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