Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£53
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £53.28 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £53 vs £60.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £53.28)
Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.28 vs £60.45)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) 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 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Only Mortlach 16 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)