Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Coleburn
£468
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Coleburn | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £467.53 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £468.
For beginners: Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£467.53 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 £467.53)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Coleburn?
Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Coleburn 17 Year Old 1965 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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