Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks

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

Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks
DistilleryMaster of MaltThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%40%
Age40 yr30 yr
Price£286.95£249.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks 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)
  • +Longer maturation (40 vs 30 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£286.95 vs £249.95)

The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£249.95 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 The?

The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitOld WoodSherried

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

HoneyToasted

Only The Antiquary 30 Year Old – Sherry Casks

Chocolate

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