Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%)
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
Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%)
Port Askaig
£299
| Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Port Askaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 51.1% |
| Age | 26 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £383.95 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%) is better value at £299 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 £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £383.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 26 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — 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 Port?
Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%) 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%)
Where to buy
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Askaig 30 Year Old (51.1%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange