Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965 vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965
Auchentoshan
£3995
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
| Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965 | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | The Macallan |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.3% | 43% |
| Age | 42 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £3995 | £2750 |
| Rating | — | 4.91/5 |
Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is better value at £2750 vs £3995.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£3995 vs £2750)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£2750 vs £3995)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 42 Year Old 1965 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 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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