Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Glengoyne
★ 4.75
£199
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glengoyne |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 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 £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Only Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013