Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Glen Grant
£463
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 57% |
| Age | 40 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £462.74 | £383.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £384 vs £463.
For beginners: Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£462.74 vs £383.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£383.95 vs £462.74)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Only Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)