North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£306
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | The Macallan |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £306.22 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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).
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £306 vs £399.
For beginners: North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£306.22 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 £306.22)
Who should buy North?
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 18162) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)