Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside Whisky
Knockando
£550
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Knockando | 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 |
Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside 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: Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Knockando?
Knockando 1965 Extra Old Reserve / Bot.1990 Speyside 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
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