Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£52
| Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 58.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £52.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (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).
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £47 vs £52.
For beginners: Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 affordable (£46.95 vs £52.22)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£52.22 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Only Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)