Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Mortlach 25 Year OldDalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryMortlachDalmore
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43.4%42%
Age25 yr25 yr
Price£582.95£715
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Mortlach 25 Year Old

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value7/100

Mortlach 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £715.

For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£582.95 vs £715)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£715 vs £582.95)

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 Dalmore?

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyOld Wood

Only Mortlach 25 Year Old

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedDried Fruit

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