The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 vs The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£3899
| The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £2750 | £3899 |
| Rating | 4.91/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.91).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is better value at £2750 vs £3899.
For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£2750 vs £3899)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£3899 vs £2750)
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 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