Big Peat 10 Year Old vs Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 10 Year Old | Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £61.85 | £84.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.75/5 |
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £85.
For beginners: Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.85 vs £84.83)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.83 vs £61.85)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat 10 Year Old
Only Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange