Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask vs Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask
Balvenie
★ 4.80
£599
Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts
Glen Mhor
£799
| Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask | Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Glen Mhor |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 61% |
| Age | 17 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £599 | £799 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask
Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts
Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask
Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask is better value at £599 vs £799.
For beginners: Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £799)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 17 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£799 vs £599)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts 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 Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask
Only Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts