Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£399
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | The Macallan |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £399.
For beginners: Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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
Both taste of
Only Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange