Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail)
Mortlach
£150
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.3% |
| Age | 15 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £150.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange