Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£287
Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£250
| Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Ballantine's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £286.95 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky 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).
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£286.95 vs £250)
Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 vs £286.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Ballantine's?
Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch 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
Only Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Only Ballantine's 21 Year Old / Blue Ceramic Decanter Blended Scotch Whisky