Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryKnockdhuMackmyra
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandSweden
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.6%47.2%
Age20 yr3 yr
Price£144.95£127.95
Rating4.67/5

Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner55/100
Value36/100

Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).

Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £128 vs £145.

For beginners: Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 3 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£144.95 vs £127.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)

Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
  • +More affordable (£127.95 vs £144.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Knockdhu?

Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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 Mackmyra?

Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokeyToastedVanillaOld WoodChocolate

Only Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitCitricMalt ExtractHoneyYeasty

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