Guyana 1999 / 23 Year Old / The Wild Parrot New Vibrations vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Guyana 1999 / 23 Year Old / The Wild Parrot New Vibrations
The Wild Parrot
£510
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Guyana 1999 / 23 Year Old / The Wild Parrot New Vibrations | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Wild Parrot | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £510 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Guyana 1999 / 23 Year Old / The Wild Parrot New Vibrations
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Guyana 1999 / 23 Year Old / The Wild Parrot New Vibrations
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 £510.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Guyana 1999 / 23 Year Old / The Wild Parrot New Vibrations
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£510 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 £510)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Guyana?
Guyana 1999 / 23 Year Old / The Wild Parrot New Vibrations is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
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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