Flaming Pig Black Cask vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Flaming Pig
★ 5.00
£40
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£66
| Flaming Pig Black Cask | Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Flaming Pig | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 57.6% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £40.24 | £65.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Flaming Pig Black Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Flaming Pig Black Cask is better value at £40 vs £66.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.95 vs £40.24)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Both taste of
Only Flaming Pig Black Cask
Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange