Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£177
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tomatin |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 15 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £150 | £177.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £177.
For beginners: Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3 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 £177.12)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£177.12 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Only Tomatin 27 Year Old 1988 - Batch 3