Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory) vs Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory)
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£53
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
| Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory) | Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Murray McDavid |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £52.85 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £47 vs £53.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.85 vs £46.95)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £52.85)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory) 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 Mulben?
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) 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 Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 1077) (Signatory)
Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)