Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing) vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing)
Bunnahabhain
£458
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing) | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.5% | 57% |
| Age | 30 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £457.57 | £383.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £384 vs £458.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 26 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£457.57 vs £383.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£383.95 vs £457.57)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing) 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 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
Only Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old - The Kingship (Hunter Laing)
Only Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)