Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask
Macduff
£165
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Macduff | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £164.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask
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).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £165.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£164.95 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £164.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Macduff?
Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask 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 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
Both taste of
Only Macduff 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 5233) - The Single Cask
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)