Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Aberfeldy
£197
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Aberfeldy |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £150 | £196.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
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 £197.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
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 £196.62)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£196.62 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Only Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger