Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tomatin |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £494.02 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £583.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£582.95 vs £494.02)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £582.95)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Where to buy
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange