Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
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
Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£240
| Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 44.5% |
| Age | 40 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £286.95 | £239.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is better value at £240 vs £287.
For beginners: Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£286.95 vs £239.92)
Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£239.92 vs £286.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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