Jack Daniel’s Bonded vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£40
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£44
| Jack Daniel’s Bonded | Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jack Daniel's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Tennessee | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £40.2 | £43.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel’s Bonded is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jack Daniel’s Bonded is better value at £40 vs £44.
For beginners: Jack Daniel’s Bonded is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.95 vs £40.2)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel’s Bonded 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 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - 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
Only Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Only Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317274 & 317314 & 317323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)