Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Glen Elgin
£399
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
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 £399.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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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