Mac-Talla Strata vs Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

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

Mac-Talla StrataGlen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
DistilleryMac-TallaGlen Moray
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%55.3%
Age15 yr22 yr
Price£80.95£115.78
Rating5.00/5

Mac-Talla Strata

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value62/100

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Mac-Talla Strata

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £116.

For beginners: Mac-Talla Strata is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Mac-Talla Strata

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£80.95 vs £115.78)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£115.78 vs £80.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Mac-Talla?

Mac-Talla Strata 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 Glen?

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Mac-Talla Strata

SmokeySherriedMedicinalSandy

Only Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedOld Wood

Where to buy

Mac-Talla Strata

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

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