Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Mortlach
£117
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 57.3% |
| Age | 10 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £116.99 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £117.
For beginners: Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.99 vs £112.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange