Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
£305
| Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.2% | 50.2% |
| Age | 26 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £343.95 | £305 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £305 vs £344.
For beginners: Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£343.95 vs £305)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£305 vs £343.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 26 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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice