Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£113
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 57.3% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £113 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £113.
For beginners: Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£113 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — 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 Talisker?
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) 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
Only Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 203) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange