Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) vs Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Mortlach
£85
Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
Batshit Mental Ideas
★ 5.00
£87
| Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) | Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Batshit Mental Ideas |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.7% | 48.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.95 | £86.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
Quick verdict
Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) is better value at £85 vs £87.
For beginners: Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Pros
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £86.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
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 (£86.95 vs £84.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) 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 Peaty,?
Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Only Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
Where to buy
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange