Michael Jackson Blend vs Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)

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

Michael Jackson BlendMortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)
DistilleryBerry Bros. & RuddMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%48%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£90.36£116.99
Rating5.00/5

Michael Jackson Blend

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value55/100

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Michael Jackson Blend

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Michael Jackson Blend is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Michael Jackson Blend is better value at £90 vs £117.

For beginners: Michael Jackson Blend is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Michael Jackson Blend

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£90.36 vs £116.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£116.99 vs £90.36)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Michael?

Michael Jackson Blend 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 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky) 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

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only Michael Jackson Blend

Malt ExtractOily

Only Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Artist Collective 6.6 (La Maison du Whisky)

SherriedDried Fruit

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