Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid) vs Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Cragganmore
£250
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£287
| Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid) | Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Master of Malt |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £250 | £286.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is better value at £250 vs £287.
For beginners: Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +More affordable (£250 vs £286.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£286.95 vs £250)
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 21 Year Old 1985 - Mission (Murray McDavid) 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 Master?
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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