Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask
Arran
£292
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 57% |
| Age | 28 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £291.95 | £383.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask is better value at £292 vs £384.
For beginners: Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£291.95 vs £383.95)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£383.95 vs £291.95)
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
Only Arran 28 Year Old 1997 (Cask 97/176) - The Single Cask
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