Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Rock Island Tequila Edition

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

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Rock Island Tequila Edition
DistilleryMortlachRock Island
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£50.95£60.75
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Tequila Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value82/100

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Island Tequila Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Island Tequila Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £51 vs £61.

For beginners: Rock Island Tequila Edition is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£50.95 vs £60.75)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Rock Island Tequila Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£60.75 vs £50.95)

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - 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 Rock?

Rock Island Tequila Edition 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

Both taste of

VanillaSmokey

Only Mortlach 15 Year Old 2008 (casks 302187, 302212, 302217 & 302232) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractToastedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Rock Island Tequila Edition

OilyFresh FruitCitric

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