Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Yamazaki |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £582.95 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £599.
For beginners: Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£582.95 vs £599)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £582.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Only Yamazaki Limited Edition 2017