Mackmyra Moment - Malström vs WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

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

Mackmyra Moment - MalströmWhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
DistilleryMackmyraWhistlePig
Region
CountrySwedenAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV46.4%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£112.07£124
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Mackmyra Moment - Malström

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value36/100

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value40/100

Mackmyra Moment - Malström

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Mackmyra Moment - Malström is better value at £112 vs £124.

For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Mackmyra Moment - Malström

Pros

  • +More affordable (£112.07 vs £124)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

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 (£124 vs £112.07)

Who should buy Mackmyra?

Mackmyra Moment - Malström 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 WhistlePig?

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Mackmyra Moment - Malström

Malt ExtractFresh FruitToasted

Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SherriedDried FruitHoney

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