Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£728
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 44.5% |
| Age | 24 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £727.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £728.
For beginners: Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £727.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£727.95 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (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
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)