Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£799
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 51.4% |
| Age | 24 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £799.
For beginners: Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £799)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£799 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi) 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
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Mortlach 36 Year Old 1986 (cask 2040) - Limited (Adelphi)