Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs The Big Smoke 60

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)The Big Smoke 60
DistilleryMurray McDavidDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV50%60%
Age8 yr10 yr
Price£46.95£44.83
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

The Big Smoke 60

Smoke63/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 60

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 60 is better value at £45 vs £47.

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

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.95 vs £44.83)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Big Smoke 60

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£44.83 vs £46.95)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60%) — may need water

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 The?

The Big Smoke 60 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

Both taste of

Oily

Only Mulben Moor 8 Year Old 2010 (cask 137/138 & 31/32) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Cooked FruitSherriedToastedVanilla

Only The Big Smoke 60

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

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