The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey vs Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Sliabh Liag
★ 5.00
£38

Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£43
| The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey | Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sliabh Liag | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £37.95 | £42.72 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £43.
For beginners: The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £42.72)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.72 vs £37.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Only Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange