Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 25 Year OldLaphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky
DistilleryMortlachLaphroaig
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43.4%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£582.95£760
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value9/100

Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £760.

For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£582.95 vs £760)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£760 vs £582.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Mortlach 25 Year Old

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

Only Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky

SmokeySherriedMedicinalDried FruitCitric

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