Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 1.00
£340
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | 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 | 47.5% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £339.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 1.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 1.00).
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £340 vs £399.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£339.95 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (1.0 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 £339.95)
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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
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Only Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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