Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 51.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £500.56 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is better value at £501 vs £583.
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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£582.95 vs £500.56)
Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +More affordable (£500.56 vs £582.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −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 Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 25 Year Old
Only Dalwhinnie 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)