Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.4% | 45% |
| Age | 25 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £499.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2015 Release)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £500 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)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£582.95 vs £499.95)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£499.95 vs £582.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old