Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid)
Mortlach
£642
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.1% | 43% |
| Age | 34 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £641.5 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid)
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 £642.
For beginners: Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£641.5 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 £641.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid) 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 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 34 Year Old 1989 - Aficionado (Murray McDavid)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)