Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£53
| Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) | Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £53.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £47 vs £53.
For beginners: Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £53.1)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£53.1 vs £46.95)
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 Staoisha?
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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