Islay Single Malt 38 Year Old 1985 - Whiskyland Chapter Six (Decadent Drinks) vs Mortlach 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Single Malt 38 Year Old 1985 - Whiskyland Chapter Six (Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£680
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£583
| Islay Single Malt 38 Year Old 1985 - Whiskyland Chapter Six (Decadent Drinks) | Mortlach 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Decadent Drinks | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.6% | 43.4% |
| Age | 38 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £679.5 | £582.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Single Malt 38 Year Old 1985 - Whiskyland Chapter Six (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Islay Single Malt 38 Year Old 1985 - Whiskyland Chapter Six (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £680.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Islay Single Malt 38 Year Old 1985 - Whiskyland Chapter Six (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£679.5 vs £582.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£582.95 vs £679.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Single Malt 38 Year Old 1985 - Whiskyland Chapter Six (Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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