Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015
Bunnahabhain
£299
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015 | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015
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).
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015 is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2004 Rubha A' Mhail - Fèis Ìle 2015 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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