WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World vs Mackmyra Moment - Malström

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

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old WorldMackmyra Moment - Malström
DistilleryWhistlePigMackmyra
Region
CountryAmericaSweden
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV43%46.4%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£124£112.07
Rating5.00/54.00/5

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value40/100

Mackmyra Moment - Malström

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value36/100

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mackmyra Moment - Malström

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Mackmyra Moment - Malström is better value at £112 vs £124.

For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£124 vs £112.07)

Mackmyra Moment - Malström

Pros

  • +More affordable (£112.07 vs £124)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy WhistlePig?

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Mackmyra?

Mackmyra Moment - Malström 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

Vanilla

Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SherriedDried FruitHoney

Only Mackmyra Moment - Malström

Malt ExtractFresh FruitToasted

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