Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£130
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 59.2% |
| Age | 20 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £130.
For beginners: Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 7 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £129.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
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 Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
Mortlach 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange