Mortlach 17 years 2007 - 2025 #203 Symington's Choice

Mortlach is known as the "Beast of Dufftown" due to its robust and powerful style. This 17-year-old expression, distilled in 2007 and bottled in 2025, has matured in carefully selected Oloroso sherry butts, resulting in a deep and complex flavor profile. Bottled at cask strength (56.7% ABV), it delivers an intense experience with a beautiful balance between rich sherry notes and Mortlach’s signature meaty depth. Non-chill filtered and with no added color, pure and authentic as whisky should be.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Deep and luxurious with rich aromas of dark chocolate, dried figs, and raisins. Warm notes of leather and roasted hazelnuts are accompanied by subtle spicy hints of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Palate

Full-bodied and powerful with a velvety texture. Dominant notes of sherry, caramel, and plums are followed by dark honey and mocha. A touch of clove and black pepper adds extra depth and complexity.

Finish

Long and opulent with lingering notes of oak, spicy tobacco, and a hint of orange zest. The finish remains warm and layered, with a subtle sweetness that elegantly fades away.

Mortlach Distillery

Mortlach Distillery is located in Dufftown, in the famous Speyside region of Scotland, an area known for its rich whisky tradition. Founded in 1823, Mortlach was the first legal distillery in Dufftown and has since built a reputation for producing powerful and complex whiskies.

A unique feature of Mortlach is its use of a complicated distillation process often referred to as 2.81 times distillation. This process, in which different parts of the spirit are re-distilled in different combinations, gives Mortlach whisky its distinctive robust and full flavour profile. The distillery uses six copper pot stills and draws its water from the nearby Dulla Burn.

Mortlach whiskies are known for their rich and intense flavours, with notes of dark fruit, chocolate and a hint of spiciness. The whiskies are mainly matured in ex-bourbon and sherry casks, which contributes to the complex aromas. These unique production methods and focus on quality have earned Mortlach a special place in the hearts of whisky connoisseurs worldwide.