The Balvenie 40 Year Old vs Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
Balvenie
★ 4.80
£7225
Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Glen Mhor
£5850
| The Balvenie 40 Year Old | Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Glen Mhor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 42.2% | 40% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7225 | £5850 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
The Balvenie 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky is better value at £5850 vs £7225.
For beginners: The Balvenie 40 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£7225 vs £5850)
Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5850 vs £7225)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy The?
The Balvenie 40 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Mhor 1973 / 49 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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