Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bowmore |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 44.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 34 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £798.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £799.
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 £798.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£798.95 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Only Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)