Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bowmore
£125
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £124.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £124.95)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - 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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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Where to buy
Bowmore 15 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange