Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Mortlach
£399
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
| Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 48.8% |
| Age | 26 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £399 | £331.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £399.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £331.43)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£331.43 vs £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 (cask 76.114) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange