Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£134
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 57.3% |
| Age | 15 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £112.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £113 vs £134.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £112.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£112.5 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Talisker?
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange