Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s vs Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Haller's
★ 5.00
£240
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£274
| Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s | Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Haller's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.6% |
| Age | 8 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £240 | £273.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £240 vs £274.
For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£240 vs £273.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£273.95 vs £240)
Who should buy Haller’s?
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
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Where to buy
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange