Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory) vs Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Signatory
★ 5.00
£47
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
| Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory) | Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Signatory | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 50% |
| Age | 14 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £47 vs £47.
For beginners: Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Orkney?
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory) 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 Mulben?
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) 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
Both taste of
Only Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)