Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£141
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 55.5% | 50.5% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £140.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) is better value at £141 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£140.95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £140.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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