Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£111
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£113
| Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - 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 | 56.6% | 57.3% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £110.95 | £112.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £111 vs £113.
For beginners: Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£110.95 vs £112.5)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£112.5 vs £110.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - 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 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 205) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)