The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor) vs Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£41
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
| The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor) | Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £40.87 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £41 vs £47.
For beginners: The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£40.87 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £40.87)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Big Smoke 40 (Duncan Taylor) 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 Mulben?
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - 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
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