Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£142
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 51.7% |
| Age | 19 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £141.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £142.
For beginners: Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£141.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £141.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - 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.
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)