Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016 vs Mortlach 25 Year Old

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

Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016Mortlach 25 Year Old
DistilleryFour RosesMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV60.1%43.4%
AgeNAS25 yr
Price£800£582.95
Rating5.00/5

Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value9/100

Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £800.

For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (60.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£800 vs £582.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Mortlach 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£582.95 vs £800)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Four?

Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016 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 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016

Cooked FruitNew Wood

Only Mortlach 25 Year Old

Malt ExtractOld Wood

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