Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 vs The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Auchentoshan
★ 4.67
£3000
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£4995
| Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 | The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | The Macallan |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.9% | 43% |
| Age | 44 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £2999.95 | £4995 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is better value at £3000 vs £4995.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£2999.95 vs £4995)
- +Longer maturation (44 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£4995 vs £2999.95)
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 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 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 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
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