The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 vs Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay 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
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky
Bunnahabhain
£2635
| The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2750 | £2635 |
| Rating | 4.91/5 | — |
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky is better value at £2635 vs £2750.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£2750 vs £2635)
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£2635 vs £2750)
Cons
- −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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Only Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Islay Whisky