The Scalasaig Island Hopper vs Mortlach 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
The Scalasaig
★ 5.00
£48
Mortlach 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£60
| The Scalasaig Island Hopper | Mortlach 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Scalasaig | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £48.25 | £60.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Mortlach 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Mortlach 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is better value at £48 vs £60.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 £60.12)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.12 vs £48.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing) 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 13 Year Old 2004 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange