Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Whisky
Fettercairn
£500
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £500 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland 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 £500.
For beginners: Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 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 £500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 875 / 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Highland 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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