The Scalasaig Island Hopper vs Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
The Scalasaig
★ 5.00
£48
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£53
| The Scalasaig Island Hopper | Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Scalasaig | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £48.25 | £52.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is better value at £48 vs £53.
For beginners: The Scalasaig Island Hopper is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.25 vs £52.85)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.85 vs £48.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The Scalasaig Island Hopper 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only The Scalasaig Island Hopper
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Where to buy
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange