The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

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

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
DistilleryThe MacallanGlen Elgin
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
Age18 yr12 yr
Price£399£399
Rating5.00/5

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £399 vs £399.

For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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

ToastedHoney

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

SherriedVanillaDried Fruit

Only Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Fresh FruitMalt Extract

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