Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) vs Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky

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

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky
DistilleryKyrö Distillery CompanyMortlach
Region
CountryFinlandUnited Kingdom
TypeRye
ABV47.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£6£6.95
Rating4.60/5

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is rated higher (4.60 vs 0.00).

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is better value at £6 vs £7.

For beginners: Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
  • +More affordable (£6 vs £6.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£6.95 vs £6)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kyrö?

Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)

SmokeyVanillaNew WoodToasted

Only Mortlach 2014 / 10 Year Old / Bolgheri Cask 28 Sample / Signatory for TWE Speyside Whisky

LeatheryOld WoodNuttyTobacco

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