Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish WhiskeyThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryMidletonThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeIrishSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£335£399
Rating5.00/5

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey

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).

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £335 vs £399.

For beginners: Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£335 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 £335)

Who should buy Midleton?

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

HoneyVanilla

Only Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2021 Blended Irish Whiskey

Fresh FruitCitricChocolate

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

SherriedDried FruitToasted

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