Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Bowmore
£499
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.7% | 57% |
| Age | 20 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £499 | £383.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
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).
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £384 vs £499.
For beginners: Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£499 vs £383.95)
- −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 affordable (£383.95 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson 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 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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