Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Parr
£1750
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 4.25
£1600
| Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Parr | The Macallan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £1750 | £1599.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.25/5 |
Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is rated higher (4.25 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is better value at £1600 vs £1750.
For beginners: Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1750 vs £1599.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More affordable (£1599.95 vs £1750)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Grand?
Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Grand Old Parr Elizabethan Blended Scotch Whisky
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)