Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
Smogen
£326
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smogen | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £326 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
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).
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky is better value at £326 vs £399.
For beginners: Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£326 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 £326)
Who should buy Smogen?
Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish 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
Both taste of
Only Smogen 2012 / 8 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition No.19 Swedish Whisky
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)