Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Mortlach
£429
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.4% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £428.78 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £429.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£428.78 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £428.78)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange