The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
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
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
Smogen
£326
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Smogen |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £326 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky is better value at £326 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £326)
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£326 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 Smogen?
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Only Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky