GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)

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

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)Mortlach 15 Year Old 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)
DistilleryGlenDronachMortlach
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.8%55.9%
Age20 yr15 yr
Price£99.95£164.09
Rating5.00/5

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value50/100

Mortlach 15 Year Old 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 15 Year Old 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) is better value at £100 vs £164.

For beginners: GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £164.09)
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 15 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.8%) — may need water

Mortlach 15 Year Old 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£164.09 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy GlenDronach?

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) 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 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky) 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

SherriedChocolateHoney

Only GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)

Dried FruitNutty

Only Mortlach 15 Year Old 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)

Cooked FruitToasted

Where to buy

GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)

Mortlach 15 Year Old 1998 (cask 6) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)

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