Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bushmills
£500
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.3% | 43% |
| Age | 32 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £499.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £500.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£499.95 vs £399)
- −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 affordable (£399 vs £499.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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Only Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)