Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016
Four Roses
£600
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016 | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Four Roses | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £600 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £600.
For beginners: Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£600 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £600)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2016 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.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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