Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Tomatin
£380
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.5% | 43% |
| Age | 42 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £379.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
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).
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £380 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +More affordable (£379.95 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £379.95)
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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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