Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs Laphroaig 15 Year Old / 200th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Laphroaig 15 Year Old / 200th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Laphroaig
£195
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | Laphroaig 15 Year Old / 200th Anniversary Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £195 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Laphroaig 15 Year Old / 200th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Laphroaig 15 Year Old / 200th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £195.
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 £195)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Laphroaig 15 Year Old / 200th Anniversary Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£195 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 15 Year Old / 200th Anniversary Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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