Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Peat's Beast 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
Peat's Beast 30 Year Old
Peat's Beast
£330
| Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Peat's Beast 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Peat's Beast |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 50.6% |
| Age | 26 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £383.95 | £330.01 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Peat's Beast 30 Year Old
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Peat's Beast 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Peat's Beast 30 Year Old is better value at £330 vs £384.
For beginners: Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£383.95 vs £330.01)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Peat's Beast 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£330.01 vs £383.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Peat's?
Peat's Beast 30 Year Old 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
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Only Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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