The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Mortlach
£300
| The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 50.1% |
| Age | 22 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £210 | £299.59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £300.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£210 vs £299.59)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 22 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299.59 vs £210)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004) 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 The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Only Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)