The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series
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
Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£300
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Craigellachie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.1% |
| Age | 18 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £399 | £300.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series is better value at £300 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £300.3)
Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£300.3 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series 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 Craigellachie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 302656) - Exceptional Cask Series