Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£583
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Bunnahabhain
£898
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 47.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £898.38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £898.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£582.95 vs £898.38)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£898.38 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 9521) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)