Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Mortlach
£91
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 48.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £90.83 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £91.
For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£90.83 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £90.83)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (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 Blended?
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
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Where to buy
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange