Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

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

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year OldMacduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
DistillerySamuel Gulliver & CoMacduff
RegionHighland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%50%
Age10 yr21 yr
Price£92.95£86.59
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner75/100
Value58/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £87 vs £93.

For beginners: Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£92.95 vs £86.59)

Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£86.59 vs £92.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Macduff?

Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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.

Tasting notes

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokeyCooked FruitToasted

Only Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaDried FruitSherried

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