The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 vs Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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

Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Craigellachie
£2250
| The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Craigellachie |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2750 | £2250 |
| Rating | 4.91/5 | — |
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £2250 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 £2250)
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£2250 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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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Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Only Craigellachie 31 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky