Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor) vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£120
Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor) | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Mac-Talla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £120.03 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Mac-Talla Strata
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £120.
For beginners: Mac-Talla Strata is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120.03 vs £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £120.03)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Black?
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata 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
Only Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Only Mac-Talla Strata