Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-Bergeron vs Knappogue Castle 1995

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

Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-BergeronKnappogue Castle 1995
DistilleryMoon HarbourKnappogue Castle
Region
CountryFranceIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45.8%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£51.95£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-Bergeron

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Knappogue Castle 1995

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-Bergeron

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Knappogue Castle 1995

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Knappogue Castle 1995 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Knappogue Castle 1995 is better value at £43 vs £52.

For beginners: Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-Bergeron is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-Bergeron

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£51.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Knappogue Castle 1995

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £51.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Moon?

Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-Bergeron 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 Knappogue?

Knappogue Castle 1995 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

HoneyFresh FruitVanilla

Only Moon Harbour Dock 1 - Château Haut-Bergeron

Cooked Fruit

Only Knappogue Castle 1995

Malt ExtractToasted

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