Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition vs Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Mortlach
£429
| Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £399 | £428.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £429.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £428.78)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£428.78 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) 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
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Where to buy
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange