Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£218
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 57.1% |
| Age | 26 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £217.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) is better value at £218 vs £299.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£217.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £217.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) 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 Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) 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
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)