Krug 2011 Brut Champagne vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Krug 2011 Brut Champagne
Krug
£346
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Krug 2011 Brut Champagne | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Krug | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £346 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Krug 2011 Brut Champagne
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Krug 2011 Brut Champagne
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).
Krug 2011 Brut Champagne is better value at £346 vs £399.
For beginners: Krug 2011 Brut Champagne is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Krug 2011 Brut Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£346 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 £346)
Who should buy Krug?
Krug 2011 Brut Champagne 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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Only Krug 2011 Brut Champagne
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