Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127
Woodford Reserve
£499
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127 | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Woodford Reserve | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £499 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127
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 £499.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 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 £499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Woodford?
Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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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Only Woodford Reserve 2001 - Kentucky Derby 127
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)