The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 vs Ben Wyvis 1972 / Bot.1989 / Munton & Fison Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
Ben Wyvis 1972 / Bot.1989 / Munton & Fison Highland Whisky
Ben Wyvis
£3500
| The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | Ben Wyvis 1972 / Bot.1989 / Munton & Fison Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Ben Wyvis |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2750 | £3500 |
| Rating | 4.91/5 | — |
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Ben Wyvis 1972 / Bot.1989 / Munton & Fison Highland Whisky
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Ben Wyvis 1972 / Bot.1989 / Munton & Fison Highland Whisky
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 £3500.
For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 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 £3500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ben Wyvis 1972 / Bot.1989 / Munton & Fison Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£3500 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 Ben?
Ben Wyvis 1972 / Bot.1989 / Munton & Fison Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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