Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi) vs Talisker 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi) | Talisker 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.5% |
| Age | 33 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £699 | £829.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Talisker 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi) is better value at £699 vs £830.
For beginners: Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£699 vs £829.95)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 30 Year Old
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 (£829.95 vs £699)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi) 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.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi)
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Where to buy
Mortlach 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 6663) - (Adelphi)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Talisker 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange