Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) vs Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£550
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Girvan
★ 5.00
£595
| Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) | Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Girvan |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 54.2% | 48% |
| Age | 34 yr | NAS |
| Price | £550 | £595 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Quick verdict
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) is better value at £550 vs £595.
For beginners: Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£550 vs £595)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£595 vs £550)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) 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 Girvan?
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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