Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
£120
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£119.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
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 (£150 vs £119.95)
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Ledaig 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)