Mortlach Whisky
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Mortlach is one of Speyside's most distinctive single malts, produced in Dufftown at a distillery founded in 1823 and now owned by Diageo. Long valued by blenders and closely linked with Johnnie Walker, it has also built a strong reputation as a characterful malt in its own right.
Its style is shaped by an unusually complex distillation process, often described as partial triple distillation, and by the continued use of traditional worm-tub condensers. The outcome is a robust, savoury and richly textured spirit, with the weight and depth that earned Mortlach its long-standing nickname as "The Beast of Dufftown".
Today the range focuses on mature, age-stated single malts, typically including expressions such as the 12, 16 and 20 Year Old, alongside occasional limited releases. Throughout the range, Mortlach is recognised for muscular Speyside richness: dried fruit, dark honey, spice, roasted nuts and a distinctive meaty depth, balanced by polished oak and a long, warming finish.
