Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
DistilleryMortlachThe Epicurean
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%58.6%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£48.95£47.89
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £49.

For beginners: Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.95 vs £47.89)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.89 vs £48.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh Fruit

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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