Springbank 14 Year Old 2002 - Bourbon Wood vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 14 Year Old 2002 - Bourbon Wood
Springbank
£599
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Springbank 14 Year Old 2002 - Bourbon Wood | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | The Macallan |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 43% |
| Age | 14 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £599 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 14 Year Old 2002 - Bourbon Wood
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Springbank 14 Year Old 2002 - Bourbon Wood
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 £599.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 14 Year Old 2002 - Bourbon Wood
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599 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 £599)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 14 Year Old 2002 - Bourbon Wood 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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