High Coast Timmer - Peat Smoke vs Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

High Coast Timmer - Peat SmokeMortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryHigh CoastMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£61.25£46.63
Rating5.00/5

High Coast Timmer - Peat Smoke

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner45/100
Value82/100

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

High Coast Timmer - Peat Smoke

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

High Coast Timmer - Peat Smoke is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £47 vs £61.

For beginners: Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

High Coast Timmer - Peat Smoke

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£61.25 vs £46.63)

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£46.63 vs £61.25)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy High?

High Coast Timmer - Peat Smoke suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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

Smokey

Only High Coast Timmer - Peat Smoke

ToastedOilyHay-likeMedicinal

Only Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7179 + 7180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

LeatheryTobaccoOld Wood

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