Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Mortlach
£306
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£335
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 44.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £306.45 | £334.62 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £306 vs £335.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£306.45 vs £334.62)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 23 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£334.62 vs £306.45)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts 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 Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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