Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) vs Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

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

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
DistilleryGlen MorayTyrconnell
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.3%46%
Age13 yr10 yr
Price£54.95£67.63
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value91/100

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) is better value at £55 vs £68.

For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £67.63)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.63 vs £54.95)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) 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 Tyrconnell?

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNutty

Where to buy

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

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