Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask
Edradour
£67
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 56.2% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.84 | £47.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Quick verdict
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is better value at £47 vs £67.
For beginners: Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.84 vs £47.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.3 vs £66.84)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ballechin?
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Masthouse?
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 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 Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 208) - Straight From The Cask
Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137