Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Bowmore 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Bowmore 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bowmore |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 50.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Bowmore 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Bowmore 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £599.
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 £599)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599 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 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed 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 Bowmore 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed
Where to buy
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Bowmore 23 Year Old - Lovers Transformed
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange