Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)

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

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)
DistilleryMortlachBatshit Mental Ideas
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48.7%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£67.45£86.95
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value58/100

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £67 vs £87.

For beginners: Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£67.45 vs £86.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£86.95 vs £67.45)

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Peaty,?

Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

LeatheryTobaccoOld Wood

Only Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)

SherriedCooked FruitToastedMalt Extract

Where to buy

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Peaty, Sherry Cask Finished Blended Malt Whisky (Batshit Mental Ideas)

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