Sennachie 40 Year Old vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sennachie 40 Year Old
Stuart Whisky Co.
★ 5.00
£475
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Sennachie 40 Year Old | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Stuart Whisky Co. | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.2% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £475 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Sennachie 40 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Sennachie 40 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £475.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Sennachie 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£475 vs £399)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £475)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Sennachie?
Sennachie 40 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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 Sennachie 40 Year Old
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)