Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 56.2%

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)Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 56.2%
DistilleryMurray McDavidEdradour
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%56.2%
Age8 yr13 yr
Price£46.95£47.95
Rating5.00/5

Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 56.2%

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 56.2%

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £48.

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 £47.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 56.2%

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.95 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 Edradour?

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 56.2% suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Cooked FruitSherriedVanilla

Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

ToastedOily

Only Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 56.2%

ChocolateOld Wood

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