Flaming Pig Black Cask vs Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

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

Flaming Pig Black CaskGlen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryFlaming PigGlen Moray
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%57.3%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£40.24£54.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Flaming Pig Black Cask

Smoke64/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner80/100
Value100/100

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value91/100

Flaming Pig Black Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Flaming Pig Black Cask is better value at £40 vs £55.

For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Flaming Pig Black Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£54.95 vs £40.24)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Flaming?

Flaming Pig Black Cask 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 Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) 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

VanillaToastedHoney

Only Flaming Pig Black Cask

SmokeyChocolate

Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

Where to buy

Flaming Pig Black Cask

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

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