Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXII vs Balcones True Blue Cask Strength

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXIIBalcones True Blue Cask Strength
DistilleryMackmyraBalcones
Region
CountrySwedenAmerica
TypeSingle MaltCorn
ABV44%65.7%
AgeNASNAS
Price£113.75£101.95
Rating5.00/5

Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXII

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Balcones True Blue Cask Strength

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value49/100

Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXII

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Balcones True Blue Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Balcones True Blue Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Balcones True Blue Cask Strength is better value at £102 vs £114.

For beginners: Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXII is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXII

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£113.75 vs £101.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Balcones True Blue Cask Strength

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£101.95 vs £113.75)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (65.7%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Mackmyra?

Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXII 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 Balcones?

Balcones True Blue Cask Strength 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

ToastedNew Wood

Only Mackmyra Moment - Brukswhisky DLXII

SmokeyHoneyMalt Extract

Only Balcones True Blue Cask Strength

Cooked MashVanillaNutty

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