Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£383
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.4% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £382.64 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £383 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£382.64 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £382.64)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 (cask 13722) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange