Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£218
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 56% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £218 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £140 vs £218.
For beginners: Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (20/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£139.95 vs £218)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£218 vs £139.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - 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 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) 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 Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange