Mortlach 2007/2023 The Chess Malt Collection 16 years old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52.1%

Mortlach distils 2.81 times – neither two nor three – through six stills of wildly different shapes and sizes, producing a malt unlike anything else in Speyside.

Expert's Description

Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured 100% in refill hogsheads and bottled at 52.1%.

The Chess Malt Collection consists of 32 unique releases, each bottle representing a piece on the chessboard – 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops, 4 knights, 4 rooks and 16 pawns. This Mortlach is the pawn on F7, number 18 in the series, with only 283 bottles and no added colour.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers chestnut honey, dark chocolate and raisin.

Palate

On the palate there is walnut and spiced oak, while brown sugar adds a final twist.

Finish

The finish is long and spicy.

Specifications

Distillery: Mortlach
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 16 years
ABV: 52.1 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Refill Hogshead
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: Marts 2007
Bottled: Maj 2023
Number of bottles: 283
Edition: The Chess Malt Collection – Pawn F7, No. #18

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Spicy · Full-bodied · Dark fruit

Investment Potential

Medium. As a numbered part of a completed 32-bottle collector series, with only 283 bottles of this specific release, the Chess Malt Collection has attracted interest from collectors aiming to complete the set.

Did You Know?

Mortlach's six stills each have their own nickname, and the three spirit stills are notably smaller than the wash stills, contributing to the distillery's heavy, sulphury character.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

What does Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky taste like?

The whisky carries a character shaped by refill hogshead, with a firm 52.1 % strength that carries the flavour well.

Is Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky worth it?

The quality and cask character make this release a solid choice for enthusiasts, regardless of the distillery's general fame.

What makes Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky special?

The Chess Malt Collection consists of 32 unique releases, each bottle representing a piece on the chessboard – 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops, 4 knights, 4 rooks and 16 pawns. This Mortlach is the pawn on F7, number 18 in the series, with only 283 bottles and no added colour.

How rare is Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky?

Only 283 bottles of this release were filled, making it a rare find for enthusiasts.

Which glass suits Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky best?

A Glencairn glass or another tulip-shaped whisky glass concentrates the aromas and gives the best experience.

Should Mortlach 16 Year Old The Chess Malt Collection Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky be served with ice?

No, we recommend drinking it neat or with a few drops of water to open up the aromas. Ice unnecessarily mutes the flavour.