Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky
Highland Park
£550
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £550 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky
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 £550.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£550 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 £550)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island 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 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 Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)