Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) vs Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£50
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Cotswolds
★ 5.00
£65
| Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) | Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Cotswolds |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 60.9% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £49.71 | £64.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Quick verdict
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) is better value at £50 vs £65.
For beginners: Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£49.71 vs £64.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £49.71)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 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
Only Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Only Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018