Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Copeland
★ 5.00
£36
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Copeland | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | England |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 56.2% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £35.75 | £47.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Quick verdict
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £36 vs £47.
For beginners: Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.75 vs £47.3)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.3 vs £35.75)
Who should buy Copeland?
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey 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.
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
Both taste of
Only Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137