The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

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

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
DistilleryThe MacallanBen Nevis
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£399£375
Rating5.00/5

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is better value at £375 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 £375)

Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£375 vs £399)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +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 Ben?

Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitToastedHoney

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

SherriedVanilla

Only Ben Nevis 1996 / 28 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

Old Wood

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