Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Glen Moray
£177
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
| Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.1% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £176.65 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is better value at £177 vs £220.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£176.65 vs £219.99)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £176.65)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Moray 26 Year Old 1995 (cask 19134) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange