Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Mortlach
£80
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Strathisla |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £87.07 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is better value at £80 vs £87.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £87.07)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£87.07 vs £79.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail 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 Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
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Where to buy
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 900300644) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange