Name: Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Brand: Mortlach
Price: 241.52 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland taste like?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Chocolate, Toasted notes. Mortlach's 1994 vintage matured for 23 years in a single sherry hogshead, bottled at cask strength by Malts of Scotland with deep sherried complexity from one of Speyside's most characterful distilleries.

Question 2

Is Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland sweet?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland has some sweetness (53/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland is a challenging dram with and high ABV (62%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland costs £241.52 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 62% ABV, Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland?

Accepted Answer

Serve Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland similar to Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland and Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 share a similar flavour profile (Chocolate, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 costs £179 vs £241.52 for Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland.

Question 11

Is Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland similar to Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland and Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) costs £259.1 vs £241.52 for Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland.

Question 12

How does Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland is complex and layered, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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