Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Glenturret
£416
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.4% | 43% |
| Age | 32 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £415.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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 £416.
For beginners: Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£415.95 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 £415.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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 Glenturret 32 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)