Mortlach Gordon & MacPhail 15 years old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 46%

There is something raw and untamed about Mortlach's house style, turning every bottle into an experience rather than a formality.

Expert's Description

Mortlach 15 Year Old Gordon & MacPhail Distillery Labels is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry casks and bottled at 46%.

The Distillery Labels series is Gordon & MacPhail's tribute to the long-standing relationships the company has built with Scottish distilleries since 1895, often with access to new-make spirit matured in their own casks according to their own philosophy.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The glass first greets you with dried fig, quickly followed by raisin and a hint of dark chocolate.

Palate

The palate is full-bodied with sherry sweetness, dried fruit and brown sugar.

Finish

The finish is warm with a hint of oak.

Specifications

Distillery: Mortlach
Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 years
ABV: 46 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry Casks
Edition: Distillery Labels
EAN no.: 5020613079274

Flavour Profile

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

Did You Know?

Mortlach distils its spirit 2.81 times through six stills of varying sizes – a method no other Scottish distillery has dared to copy.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mortlach Gordon & MacPhail 15 Year Old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70

What does Mortlach Gordon & MacPhail 15 Year Old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 taste like?

The whisky carries a character shaped by sherry casks, with a firm 46 % strength that carries the flavour well.

Is Mortlach Gordon & MacPhail 15 Year Old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 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 Gordon & MacPhail 15 Year Old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 special?

The Distillery Labels series is Gordon & MacPhail's tribute to the long-standing relationships the company has built with Scottish distilleries since 1895, often with access to new-make spirit matured in their own casks according to their own philosophy.

How rare is Mortlach Gordon & MacPhail 15 Year Old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70?

As a single cask release, only a limited number of bottles exist, making it an interesting find for collectors.

Which glass suits Mortlach Gordon & MacPhail 15 Year Old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 best?

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

Should Mortlach Gordon & MacPhail 15 Year Old Distillery Labels Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 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.