Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Mortlach
£229
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Rosebank |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 61.4% |
| Age | 20 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £229 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is better value at £174 vs £229.
For beginners: Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£229 vs £173.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £229)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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 Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Where to buy
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 7911318) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange