Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
Suntory
£300
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Suntory | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £300 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s is better value at £300 vs £399.
For beginners: Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£300 vs £399)
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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £300)
Who should buy Suntory?
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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