Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Mortlach
£429
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.4% | 48.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £428.78 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) is better value at £429 vs £600.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +More affordable (£428.78 vs £599.95)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 (£599.95 vs £428.78)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal) 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 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 3911) - Whisky is Nature (Silver Seal)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange