Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter vs Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Locke's
★ 5.00
£50
Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Mortlach
£51
| Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter | Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Locke's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £50.45 | £51.48 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter is better value at £50 vs £51.
For beginners: Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£50.45 vs £51.48)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.48 vs £50.45)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Locke's?
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter 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 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 14 Year Old 1997 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange