Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£136
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£79
| Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.7% | 56.4% |
| Age | 20 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £135.95 | £79.42 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £79 vs £136.
For beginners: Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£135.95 vs £79.42)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.42 vs £135.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)