Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum
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

Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum
Bollinger
£210
| Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Bollinger |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £286.95 | £210 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum is better value at £210 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 £210)
Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£210 vs £286.95)
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 Bollinger?
Bollinger PN AYC 2018 Champagne / Magnum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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