Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £599 | £450 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002 is better value at £450 vs £599.
For beginners: Ardbeg 21 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £450)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002
Pros
- +More affordable (£450 vs £599)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002 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
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002
Where to buy
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 19 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2002
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange