Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard) vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Balblair
£373
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard) | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.3% | 57% |
| Age | 35 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £372.7 | £383.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
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).
Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard) is better value at £373 vs £384.
For beginners: Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£372.7 vs £383.95)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 £372.7)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
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Where to buy
Balblair 35 Year Old - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange