Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single WhiskyThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryPort DundasThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£375£399
Rating5.00/5

Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single 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).

Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single Whisky is better value at £375 vs £399.

For beginners: Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£375 vs £399)

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 £375)

Who should buy Port?

Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single Whisky 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

SherriedVanillaToastedHoney

Only Port Dundas 20 Year Old / Special Releases / Bot.2011 Single Whisky

Old Wood

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

Dried Fruit

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