Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

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

Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
DistilleryThe GlenlivetThe Macallan
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
Age35 yr25 yr
Price£2329.5£2750
Rating4.91/5

Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).

Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 is better value at £2330 vs £2750.

For beginners: Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£2329.5 vs £2750)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£2750 vs £2329.5)

Who should buy Avonside-Glenlivet?

Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 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 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

Both taste of

Old WoodTobaccoDried FruitSherried

Only Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938

Leathery

Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Chocolate

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