Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£66
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 57.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £65.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £66 vs £83.
For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £65.95)
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.95 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange