Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach
£102
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Strathisla |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £102.25 | £87.07 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £102.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102.25 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £102.25)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) 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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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