The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish vs Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Epicurean Rivesaltes FinishMalones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
DistilleryThe EpicureanMalones
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%42%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.83£39.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish is better value at £39 vs £40.

For beginners: Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.83 vs £39.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £38.83)

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish 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 Malones?

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

ChocolateNuttyCitric

Only Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

VanillaFresh FruitToasted

Where to buy

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

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