Redbreast 22 Year Old 2000 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask (cask 32336) - New Vibrations vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Redbreast 22 Year Old 2000 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask (cask 32336) - New VibrationsThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryRedbreastThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle Pot StillSingle Malt
ABV58.3%43%
Age22 yr18 yr
Price£493.2£399
Rating5.00/5

Redbreast 22 Year Old 2000 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask (cask 32336) - New Vibrations

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Redbreast 22 Year Old 2000 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask (cask 32336) - New Vibrations

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 £493.

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

Redbreast 22 Year Old 2000 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask (cask 32336) - New Vibrations

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£493.2 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 £493.2)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Redbreast?

Redbreast 22 Year Old 2000 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask (cask 32336) - New Vibrations is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Redbreast 22 Year Old 2000 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask (cask 32336) - New Vibrations

Cooked FruitLeatheryTobacco

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

VanillaToastedHoney

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