Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£300
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.1% | 57% |
| Age | 40 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £383.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt) is better value at £300 vs £384.
For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299.95 vs £383.95)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 26 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£383.95 vs £299.95)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt)
Only Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)