Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Knockando
£500
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Knockando | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £500 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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 £500.
For beginners: Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 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 £500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Knockando?
Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 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.
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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