Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Glen Scotia
★ 4.50
£150
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 is better value at £150 vs £150.
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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Where to buy
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange