Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 vs Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Cotswolds
★ 5.00
£65

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach
£102
| Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 | Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cotswolds | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.9% | 58.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £102.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Quick verdict
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is better value at £65 vs £102.
For beginners: Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £102.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102.25 vs £64.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 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 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) 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
Only Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Only Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange