Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.73
£438
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old | 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 | 46.3% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £438 | £399 |
| Rating | 4.73/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old
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 4.73).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £438.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£438 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 £438)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange