Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Mortlach
£242
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
| Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £241.52 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is better value at £220 vs £242.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£241.52 vs £219.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£219.99 vs £241.52)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange