Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£51
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £50.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £51.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £50.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£50.95 vs £48.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
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