Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Glen Garioch
£195
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £194.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £195.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£194.95 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £194.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) 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 Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 2003 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
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