Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch WhiskyThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryAberlourThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£350£399
Rating5.00/5

Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £350 vs £399.

For beginners: Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £350)

Who should buy Aberlour?

Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitToasted

Only Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ChocolateOld Wood

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

VanillaHoney

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