Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 - North Star Spirits vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 - North Star Spirits
Springbank
£530
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 - North Star Spirits | 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 | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 22 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £530 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 - North Star Spirits
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 - North Star Spirits
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 £530.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£530 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 £530)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 - North Star Spirits 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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