BenRiach 29 Year Old 1983 (cask 291) - Refill Hogshead vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 29 Year Old 1983 (cask 291) - Refill Hogshead
Benriach
£599
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| BenRiach 29 Year Old 1983 (cask 291) - Refill Hogshead | 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 | 43.1% | 43% |
| Age | 29 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £599 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 29 Year Old 1983 (cask 291) - Refill Hogshead
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
BenRiach 29 Year Old 1983 (cask 291) - Refill Hogshead
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).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £599.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 29 Year Old 1983 (cask 291) - Refill Hogshead
Pros
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £399)
- −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 affordable (£399 vs £599)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 29 Year Old 1983 (cask 291) - Refill Hogshead 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 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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