Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Mortlach 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Bowmore
£675
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£583
| Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Mortlach 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 43.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £675 | £582.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £675.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£675 vs £582.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£582.95 vs £675)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
Bowmore 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 3735959) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange