Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Murray McDavid
£154
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 44.9% |
| Age | 10 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £153.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £154.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £153.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£153.95 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Àlainn?
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)