Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Mortlach 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£583
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | Mortlach 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 43.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £399 | £582.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £583.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £582.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£582.95 vs £399)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old