SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979
Dalwhinnie
£495
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979 | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 43% |
| Age | 14 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £495 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979
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).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £495.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£495 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 £495)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy SMWS?
SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979 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
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Only SMWS 102.9 14 Year Old 1979
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)