Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Glen Moray
£730
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glen Moray |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £599 | £730 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is better value at £599 vs £730.
For beginners: Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £730)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£730 vs £599)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky 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
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Moray Mastery 120th Anniversary Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange