Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£218
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 56.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £218 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi) is better value at £218 vs £299.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£218 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £218)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (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 15 (2017 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 4469) (Adelphi)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)