The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of 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.
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£40
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
| The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) | Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
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 Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £47.
For beginners: The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £39.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) 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.
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
Only The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)