Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky
Convalmore
£550
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Convalmore | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £550 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky
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 £550.
For beginners: Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£550 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 £550)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Convalmore?
Convalmore 1981 / 16 Year Old / First Cask #89/604/112 Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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