Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Mortlach
£525
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 5.7% | 43% |
| Age | 27 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £525 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £525.
For beginners: Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£525 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £525)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) 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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 27 Year Old 1991 (cask 4239) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna