The Scalasaig Island Hopper vs Safe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

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

The Scalasaig Island HopperSafe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
DistilleryThe ScalasaigMurray McDavid
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.5%50%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£48.25£41.95
Rating5.00/53.50/5

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Safe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner50/100
Value83/100

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Safe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).

Safe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £42 vs £48.

For beginners: The Scalasaig Island Hopper is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.25 vs £41.95)

Safe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £48.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The Scalasaig Island Hopper suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Safe?

Safe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Only The Scalasaig Island Hopper

OilyMedicinal

Only Safe Haven 6 Year Old 2014 (casks 2013301 - 2013306) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

ChocolateLeathery

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