The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum
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
Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum
Billecart-Salmon
£335
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Billecart-Salmon |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £335 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum is better value at £335 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 £335)
Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£335 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Billecart-Salmon?
Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum 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
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Only Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2008 / Magnum