Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 vs The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release)

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

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release)
DistilleryCopper Rivet DistilleryThe Gauldrons
RegionCampbeltown
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV56.2%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.3£57.89
Rating5.00/5

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is better value at £47 vs £58.

For beginners: Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.3 vs £57.89)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£57.89 vs £47.3)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Masthouse?

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 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 The?

The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release) 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

Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

YeastyFresh FruitHay-likeMalt ExtractGreen-House

Only The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release)

HoneySmokeySandyCooked FruitToasted

Where to buy

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

The Gauldrons Cask Strength (2023 Release)

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