Mac-Talla Strata vs Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)

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

Mac-Talla StrataWestport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryMac-TallaMaster of Malt
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%49.6%
Age15 yr21 yr
Price£80.95£124.95
Rating5.00/5

Mac-Talla Strata

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

Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Mac-Talla Strata

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £125.

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

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 £124.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£124.95 vs £80.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Westport?

Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Mac-Talla Strata

SmokeyFresh FruitSherriedMedicinalSandy

Only Westport Blended Malt 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)

Old WoodVanillaToastedDried FruitNutty

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