Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi) vs Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£780
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£799
| Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi) | Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.9% | 43% |
| Age | 38 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £779.5 | £799 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi)
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi)
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi) is better value at £780 vs £799.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£779.5 vs £799)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £779.5)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi)
Only Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Where to buy
Mortlach 38 Year Old 1987 (cask 1594) - (Adelphi)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange