Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams
Various Distilleries
£288
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Various Distilleries | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £288 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams
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).
Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams is better value at £288 vs £399.
For beginners: Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£288 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +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 £288)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams 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
Both taste of
Only Blended Grain 1972 / 52 Year Old / Decadent Drams
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