Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£225
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£299
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | GlenDronach |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.3% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £224.95 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £225 vs £299.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£224.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.3%) — may need water
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £224.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 The?
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 9470) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish