Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
DistilleryMortlachJack Daniel's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltTennessee
ABV46%64.5%
Age19 yrNAS
Price£52.85£69.95
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke65/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Smoke62/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner30/100
Value71/100

Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £70.

For beginners: Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£52.85 vs £69.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £52.85)

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - 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.

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) 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

Both taste of

OilyToasted

Only Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

KipperySmokey

Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

VanillaTobaccoCoal-gas

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