Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£3999
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
| Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £3999 | £2750 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.91/5 |
Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Quick verdict
Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.91).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is better value at £2750 vs £3999.
For beginners: Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£3999 vs £2750)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£2750 vs £3999)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Macallan?
Macallan 18 Year Old 1979 Gran Reserva suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 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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