Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£375
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £375 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £375 vs £399.
For beginners: Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£375 vs £399)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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)
Who should buy Ballantines?
Ballantines 17 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
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