Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Mac-Talla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £94.54 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask
Mac-Talla Strata
Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £95.
For beginners: Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£94.54 vs £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £94.54)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask 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 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Bushmills 11 Year Old 2010 Cognac Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mac-Talla Strata
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange