Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hammerschmiede
£132
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hammerschmiede | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Germany | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 43% |
| Age | 7 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £131.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £132 vs £150.
For beginners: Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£131.95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £131.95)
Who should buy Elsburn?
Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) 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 Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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