Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Glen Elgin
£299
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.9% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
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).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −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 £299)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)