The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

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

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
DistilleryThe MacallanGlenmorangie
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
Age18 yr15 yr
Price£499£399
Rating3.00/55.00/5

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value6/100

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £499.

For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£499 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
  • +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 (2022 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition 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

SherriedVanilla

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)

Dried FruitCooked Fruit

Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

ToastedOld Wood

Where to buy

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Explore more