Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryGlen MoraySliabh Liag
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV53.6%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£50.82£37.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £51.

For beginners: The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£50.82 vs £37.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £50.82)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) 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.

Who should buy The?

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)

HoneyMalt Extract

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyFresh Fruit

Where to buy

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 2007 (cask CM258) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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