Mortlach Single Malt Scotch Distiller's Dram 16 Year Whiskey

Name: Mortlach Single Malt Scotch Distiller's Dram 16 Year Whiskey
Brand: Mortlach
Price: 119.99 USD
Availability: InStock

$119.99 USD

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750 ML

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Mortlach 16 Year Old Scotch Whisky pays homage to the inaugural release of the 16-year-old expression back in 1992. This single malt Scotch is a true embodiment of Mortlach's distinctive character, renowned for its complexity and bold flavors. Matured exclusively in Sherry casks, this whisky showcases the rich, fruity, and aromatic characteristics that have become synonymous with the Mortlach distillery.

Size: 750 mL
Country: Great Britain
Award: Awarded a Platinum Medal in 2023 and 2024 at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Cornerstone of some of the 20th Century's most iconic Scotch Whisky blends

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Tasting Notes

Mortlach 16 Year Old Scotch Whisky offers a captivating array of tasting notes that reflect its Sherry cask maturation and the iconic Mortlach complexity:

Rich Fruity Notes: The palate is enveloped in rich, luscious fruity flavors. Expect a symphony of dark and dried fruits, adding a delightful sweetness to the whisky.
Fragrant Aromas: The aroma is graced by fragrant and aromatic notes that tantalize the senses, creating an inviting and complex bouquet.
Beasty Complexity: Mortlach's signature complexity shines through, presenting a robust and intricate character that sets it apart from other single malts.
Sherry Influence: The Sherry cask maturation imparts a deep, warming quality to the whisky, with hints of oak, spice, and nuttiness.

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Bottle details

Type	Single Malt Scotch
Brand	Mortlach
Producer	Mortlach Distillery
Origin	Speyside, Scotland
Age	16 years
Strength	43.4% ABV (86.8 proof)
Bottle size	750 ml
Made from	malted barley
Cask	sherry

Why Liquor Geeks recommends it

This is a Speyside single malt that favors depth over polish: sixteen years old, matured exclusively in sherry casks, and bottled at 43.4% ABV (86.8 proof). Expect dark and dried fruit up front with a raisin-like sweetness, then oak, baking spice and a nutty, warming finish, all lifted by a fragrant, floral nose. Mortlach is known for a robust, intricate, beasty complexity. The distillery has long been a cornerstone of some of the 20th century's most iconic Scotch blends, so tasting it on its own is a bit like meeting a classic blend's backbone up close. This expression nods to Mortlach's first 16-year-old release in 1992, and it earned Platinum Medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2023 and 2024. It rewards a slow neat pour, which makes it a natural next step for the sherry-cask fan ready to go deeper, or a strong anchor for a collector's Speyside shelf. We carry it because it delivers genuine sherried richness with real character behind it.

Pairs well with

Dark chocolate — The bittersweet cocoa plays against the whisky's dark fruit sweetness and sherry-driven warmth.
Braised short ribs — A rich, hearty dish like this stands up to the whisky's robust complexity and its oak and baking spice notes.
Single malt tasting night — Pouring it beside other Mortlach whiskies or single malts highlights its sherried dried fruit and intricate, beasty character.

Questions about this bottle

What kind of casks is Mortlach 16 matured in?

It is matured exclusively in sherry casks. That maturation gives the whisky its rich dark and dried fruit character, along with a deep, warming quality and hints of oak, spice and nuttiness.

How strong is it and what size is the bottle?

Mortlach 16 Year Old is bottled at 43.4% ABV, which is 86.8 proof, and comes in a 750 ml bottle.

What is the best way to drink it?

Neat is the recommended way to enjoy it. Pour it into a classic whisky glass and take your time. It also shines in a tasting flight alongside other Mortlach expressions or single malts, where its distinctive complexity stands out.

Is it a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes. It is well suited to special occasions and to gifting whisky enthusiasts. It is a 16-year-old sherry-cask Speyside single malt that won Platinum Medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2023 and 2024, which gives it plenty of appeal for a seasoned drinker.