Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Mortlach
£229
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£299
| Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £229 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £229 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£229 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £229)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007