Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) vs Mac-Talla Strata

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

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)Mac-Talla Strata
DistilleryGlen MorayMac-Talla
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.3%46%
Age22 yr15 yr
Price£115.78£80.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Mac-Talla Strata

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value62/100

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mac-Talla Strata

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £116.

For beginners: Mac-Talla Strata is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£115.78 vs £80.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £115.78)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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 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

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedOld Wood

Only Mac-Talla Strata

SmokeySherriedMedicinalSandy

Where to buy

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 10298) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Mac-Talla Strata

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