Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£350
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.3% | 43% |
| Age | 26 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £349.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£349.95 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £349.95)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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Only Highland Park 26 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)