Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 5.00
£47
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
The Black Bottle Distillery
★ 4.67
£39
| Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | The Black Bottle Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 58% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £38.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Quick verdict
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof is better value at £39 vs £47.
For beginners: Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £38.5)
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£38.5 vs £46.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Mulben?
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) 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 Randolph?
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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