Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryMortlachWemyss Malts
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.1%46%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£47.95£43.9
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is better value at £44 vs £48.

For beginners: Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.95 vs £43.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£43.9 vs £47.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory) 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 Velvet?

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)

OilyToastedCooked Mash

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Dried FruitChocolate

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