Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask
Dallas Dhu
£450
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dallas Dhu | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57% |
| Age | 20 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £450 | £383.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask
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 £450.
For beginners: Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £383.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £450)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
Who should buy Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 20 Year Old 1977 (cask 1115) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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