Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£124
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | WhistlePig |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £124 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £124)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£124 vs £150)
Cons
- −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 WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World