Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel
Benriach
£388
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £387.85 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel
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).
Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel is better value at £388 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel
Pros
- +More affordable (£387.85 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −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 £387.85)
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 7779) Cask Edition - Rum Barrel 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.
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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