Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Hampden
£395
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hampden | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £395 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
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).
Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is better value at £395 vs £399.
For beginners: Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£395 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £395)
Who should buy Hampden?
Hampden 2010 LROK / Cask 488 Vireo / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange 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 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
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