Mackmyra Brukswhisky vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

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

Mackmyra BrukswhiskyTimorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistilleryMackmyraTimorous Beastie
RegionHighland
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV41.4%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£64.9
Rating3.56/55.00/5

Mackmyra Brukswhisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner65/100
Value63/100

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Mackmyra Brukswhisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.56).

Mackmyra Brukswhisky is better value at £56 vs £65.

For beginners: Mackmyra Brukswhisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Mackmyra Brukswhisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £64.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.6 vs 5.0)

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.9 vs £56.25)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Mackmyra?

Mackmyra Brukswhisky 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 Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Mackmyra Brukswhisky

Fresh FruitMalt ExtractSmokeyToastedHoney

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

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