The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

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

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
DistilleryThe MacallanTomatin
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
Age18 yr36 yr
Price£699£494.02
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner70/100
Value7/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £699.

For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£699 vs £494.02)

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£494.02 vs £699)
  • +Longer maturation (36 vs 18 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

Dried FruitCitric

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

ChocolateVanillaOld Wood

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