Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996
Dalmore
£450
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996 | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £450 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996
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 £450.
For beginners: Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 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 £450)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 20 Year Old - Vintage 1996 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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