Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Mortlach
£429
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £599 | £428.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) is better value at £429 vs £599.
For beginners: Ardbeg 21 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £428.78)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +More affordable (£428.78 vs £599)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) 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
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Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
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