Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) vs Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£200
| Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Master of Malt |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £200.
For beginners: Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 29 Year Old 1996 Single Cask - Masterpiece (Master of Malt) 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
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