The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£306
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | North British |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 43.1% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £306.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £306 vs £399.
For beginners: North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £306.22)
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£306.22 vs £399)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 North?
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
Tasting notes
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