Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 vs Mortlach 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 | Mortlach 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 43.4% |
| Age | 19 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £499 | £582.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 is better value at £499 vs £583.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£499 vs £582.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£582.95 vs £499)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 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 25 Year Old 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 Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange