Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£130
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Monkey Shoulder
★ 5.00
£80
| Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Monkey Shoulder |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £129.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Quick verdict
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is better value at £80 vs £130.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £79.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 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 Speyside character.
Who should buy Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Where to buy
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange