Whiskey Varieties

Macallan 12 vs 18: Does the Price Make a Difference?

Scotch, Whiskey Varieties /

What does “The Macallan” conjure up for you? Mahogany fireplaces in cozy libraries? Businessmen discussing million dollar trades over cigars? A fancy dinner out you’ll regret later? The Macallan has certainly become the ubiquitous luxury scotch. Even relative newcomers to the world of whisky seem to know that Macallan screams quality. And there are good reasons for it too.

Main Differences Between Macallan 12 vs 18

The main differences between Macallan 12 vs 18 are:

  • Macallan 12 is spicy, chocolaty, nutty, and heavy on caramel, whereas Macallan 18 is rich, leathery, full of dried fruit, and intensely oaky
  • Macallan 12 is around $60, whereas Macallan 18 is around $260
  • Macallan 12 is bottled at 40% ABV, whereas the Macallan 18 is bottled at 43% ABV.

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eagle rare vs buffalo trace

Eagle Rare vs Buffalo Trace: Which Is Better?

Bourbon /

The Buffalo Trace Distillery distills and distributes both Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace bourbon whiskey. Like many other bourbon and whiskey distilleries, it’s located in Kentucky.

Eagle Rare has been around quite a bit longer than Buffalo Trace, but they each have their place among bourbon lovers. While they come from the same recipe, their flavor profiles are slightly different.

Main Differences Between Eagle Rare vs Buffalo Trace

The main differences between Eagle Rare vs Buffalo Trace are:

  • Eagle Rare is aged for 10 or 17 years, whereas the Buffalo Trace age is undisclosed but thought to be between 8 and 10 years.
  • Buffalo Trace is the distillery’s flagship bourbon, whereas Eagle Rare is not.
  • Eagle Rare is a surprisingly affordable bourbon, whereas Buffalo Trace is a better value for the money.
  • Buffalo Trace is well-balanced with mint and oak undertones, whereas Eagle Rare features some oaky flavors but is not as well

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