Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Ben Nevis
£325
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 57% |
| Age | 29 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £324.95 | £383.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
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).
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £325 vs £384.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£324.95 vs £383.95)
- +Longer maturation (29 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 £324.95)
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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