Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 53.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 is better value at £499 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 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£582.95 vs £499)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£499 vs £582.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Where to buy
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange