North Port (Brechin) 1976 / 21 Year Old / Cadenhead Highland Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

North Port (Brechin) 1976 / 21 Year Old / Cadenhead Highland WhiskyThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryNorth Port (Brechin)The Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£650£399
Rating5.00/5

North Port (Brechin) 1976 / 21 Year Old / Cadenhead Highland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

North Port (Brechin) 1976 / 21 Year Old / Cadenhead Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £650.

For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

North Port (Brechin) 1976 / 21 Year Old / Cadenhead Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£650 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 £650)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy North?

North Port (Brechin) 1976 / 21 Year Old / Cadenhead Highland 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

Only North Port (Brechin) 1976 / 21 Year Old / Cadenhead Highland Whisky

Old WoodLeatheryTobaccoNuttySmokey

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SherriedVanillaDried FruitToastedHoney

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