The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenDronachMortlach
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.2%52.6%
Age22 yr27 yr
Price£210£273.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value24/100

Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value18/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £274.

For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£210 vs £273.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water

Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 22 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£273.95 vs £210)

Who should buy The?

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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.

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

HoneyToasted

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractOld WoodVanilla

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