Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish vs Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask FinishMalones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
DistilleryGelston'sMalones
Region
CountryIrelandIreland
TypeSingle Pot StillBlended
ABV40%42%
AgeNASNAS
Price£30.95£39.95
Rating4.67/55.00/5

Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish is better value at £31 vs £40.

For beginners: Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£30.95 vs £39.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £30.95)

Who should buy Gelston's?

Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish 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 Malones?

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedFresh FruitVanilla

Only Gelston's Single Pot Still Pinot Noir Cask Finish

Chocolate

Only Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Toasted

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