J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt 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.
J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£42
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
| J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt | Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J.G Thomson & Co. | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £41.84 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt is better value at £42 vs £47.
For beginners: J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.84 vs £46.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £41.84)
Who should buy J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Sweet Blended Malt 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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