Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Millstone 1996 / 26 Year Old /American Oak Cask/Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Dutch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)Millstone 1996 / 26 Year Old /American Oak Cask/Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Dutch Whisky
DistilleryMaster of MaltMillstone
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age40 yrNAS
Price£286.95£375
Rating5.00/5

Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner70/100
Value17/100

Millstone 1996 / 26 Year Old /American Oak Cask/Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Dutch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Millstone 1996 / 26 Year Old /American Oak Cask/Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Dutch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is better value at £287 vs £375.

For beginners: Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

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)
  • +More affordable (£286.95 vs £375)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Millstone 1996 / 26 Year Old /American Oak Cask/Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Dutch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£375 vs £286.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Millstone?

Millstone 1996 / 26 Year Old /American Oak Cask/Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Dutch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)

Dried FruitHoneyOld WoodSherried

Only Millstone 1996 / 26 Year Old /American Oak Cask/Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Dutch Whisky

NuttyVanillaCooked Fruit

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