Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£113
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£72
| Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 53.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £113 | £71.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £72 vs £113.
For beginners: Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£113 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £113)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange