Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£50
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Ardgowan |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 56.8% | 50% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £48.5 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £50.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £48.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange