Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£50
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.2% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £49.71 | £47.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
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 £50.
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
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.71 vs £47.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.3 vs £49.71)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −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 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach & Laphroaig - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
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