Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch) vs Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch)
Cragganmore
£175
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mackmyra
★ 4.67
£128
| Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch) | Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Mackmyra |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 47.2% |
| Age | 19 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £175 | £127.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch)
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch)
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £128 vs £175.
For beginners: Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 3 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£175 vs £127.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£127.95 vs £175)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch) 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.
Who should buy Mackmyra?
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only Cragganmore 19 Year Old 1991 (Bladnoch)
Only Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)