John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s
Powers
£288
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Powers | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £288 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s
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).
John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s is better value at £288 vs £399.
For beginners: John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£288 vs £399)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £288)
Who should buy John?
John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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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Where to buy
John Power & Son Gold Label - 1970s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange