Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mackmyra
★ 4.67
£128
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Strathclyde
£146
| Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackmyra | Strathclyde |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 47.2% | 53.5% |
| Age | 3 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £127.95 | £146.39 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | — |
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £128 vs £146.
For beginners: Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£127.95 vs £146.39)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£146.39 vs £127.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Who should buy Mackmyra?
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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
Only Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 6411539) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)