Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
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
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£40
| Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | J.G Thomson & Co. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £39.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is better value at £40 vs £47.
For beginners: J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £39.9)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.9 vs £46.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Rich 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.
Tasting notes
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