Name: Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Brand: Mortlach
Price: 109.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is characterised by Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract, Toasted, Nutty notes. Mortlach's 17-year-old matured in first-fill bourbon barrel, preserving the Speyside distillery's signature spiced, slightly funky character. Signatory's independent bottling yields just 184 bottles at cask strength, bottled in 2025.

Question 2

Is Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) has some sweetness (57/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) costs £109.95 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 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.9% ABV, Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) — 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 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye costs £73.75 vs £109.95 for Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 11

Is Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £79.95 vs £109.95 for Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 12

How does Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) compare to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Mortlach 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 800115) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is complex and layered, while Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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