Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) vs The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Bunnahabhain
£1413
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.80
£1500
| Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) | The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1413.32 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.80/5 |
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Quick verdict
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) is better value at £1413 vs £1500.
For beginners: The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1413.32 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1413.32)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 21 Year Old Fine Oak 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 Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Only The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak