Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£42
| Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Bowmore |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £41.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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).
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £42 vs £47.
For beginners: Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £41.75)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£41.75 vs £46.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Only Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky