The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary
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
Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary
Kilkerran
£399
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Kilkerran |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary 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 17 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −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 Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Only Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary
Where to buy
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Kilkerran 17 Year Old - 20th Anniversary
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange