Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Glen Scotia
£150
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Mortlach |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 £150.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (cask 93.108) - Campbeltown Festival 2019 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange