Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release)
The Macallan
£499
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release) is better value at £499 vs £633.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £499)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£499 vs £632.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 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 (2018 Release) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2018 Release)