Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£66
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
| Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Balblair |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 53.7% |
| Age | 15 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £65.81 | £60.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is better value at £60 vs £66.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£65.81 vs £60.45)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£60.45 vs £65.81)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Where to buy
Mortlach 15 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange