Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£583
Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£825
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 48% |
| Age | 25 yr | 45 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £824.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £825.
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 £824.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£824.95 vs £582.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Only Caol Ila 45 Year Old 1979 (cask 7711) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)