The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside 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
Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Macallan
£455
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £455 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £455.
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 affordable (£399 vs £455)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£455 vs £399)
- −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 Macallan?
Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside 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 Macallan 1998 / 26 Year Old / Cask #21603913 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky