Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve 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 Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve