Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs Adelphi's Islay 10 Year Old Single 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
Adelphi's Islay 10 Year Old Single Malt
Adelphi
£50
| Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | Adelphi's Islay 10 Year Old Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Adelphi |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £49.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Adelphi's Islay 10 Year Old Single Malt
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Adelphi's Islay 10 Year Old Single Malt
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 £50.
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 £49.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Adelphi's Islay 10 Year Old Single Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.5 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Adelphi's?
Adelphi's Islay 10 Year Old Single Malt 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
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Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
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