Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Grant
£653
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 50 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £653.11 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £653.
For beginners: Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£653.11 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 £653.11)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)