Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskyMortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
DistilleryBowmoreMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£125£150
Rating5.00/5

Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value33/100

Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £125 vs £150.

For beginners: Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£125 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £125)

Who should buy Bw4?

Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitCitricMalt Extract

Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)

NuttyToastedOld Wood

Where to buy

Bw4 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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