Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release)
Arran
★ 4.60
£199
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release) | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.60/5 | 5.00/5 |
Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 18 Year Old (2015 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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