Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s vs Isle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection)

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

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970sIsle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection)
DistilleryHaller'sElixir Distillers
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%50.5%
Age8 yr18 yr
Price£240£217.5
Rating5.00/5

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value21/100

Isle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Isle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Isle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection) is better value at £218 vs £240.

For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£240 vs £217.5)

Isle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£217.5 vs £240)
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Haller’s?

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s 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 Isle?

Isle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection) 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

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

TobaccoOily

Only Isle of Mull 18 Year Old - First Murderer (The Macbeth Collection)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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