Glen Scotia 30 Year Old vs Mortlach 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glen Scotia 30 Year Old | Mortlach 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Mortlach |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.8% | 43.4% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £850 | £582.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 30 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Glen Scotia 30 Year Old
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 £850.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£850 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 £850)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 30 Year Old 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 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 30 Year Old
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange