Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder
Brora
£600
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brora | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £600 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder
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 £600.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£600 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £600)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Brora?
Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Only Brora 13 Year Old 1982 (cask 430) - Blackadder
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)