The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) vs Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

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

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
DistilleryThe MacallanKnockdhu
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46.6%
Age18 yr31 yr
Price£399£339.99
Rating5.00/5

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £340 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 £339.99)

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£339.99 vs £399)
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 18 years)
  • +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 Knockdhu?

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

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

VanillaToastedHoney

Only Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Old WoodTobacco

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