Hanyu 1990 "The Wave" Cask 9305 vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hanyu 1990 "The Wave" Cask 9305
Hanyu
★ 5.00
£250
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Hanyu 1990 "The Wave" Cask 9305 | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hanyu | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hanyu 1990 "The Wave" Cask 9305
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Hanyu 1990 "The Wave" Cask 9305
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £250.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Hanyu 1990 "The Wave" Cask 9305
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £150)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £249.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hanyu?
Hanyu 1990 "The Wave" Cask 9305 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
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