Decadent Drams Mortlach 20 Year Old is a limited independent bottling from the legendary Mortlach Distillery — a distillery famed for its rich, muscular spirit and often called “The Beast of Dufftown.”
Distilled in 2005 and matured for 20 years in a single first-fill barrel, this release was bottled at cask strength, with only 179 bottles drawn. It captures Mortlach’s signature waxy weight and depth, but in a brighter, more fruit-led style than the darker, more meaty profile often associated with the distillery.
This is a serious collector’s whisky — small in outturn, distinctive in character, and a beautiful example of what independent bottlers can coax from mature Mortlach.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Vanilla custard, lemon oil, green orchard fruit, flower honey, and soft wax.
Palate: Rich and mouth-coating, with barley sugar, lemon curd, dried mango, melon, and a gentle dessert-wine sweetness.
Finish: Long and elegant, showing waxy texture, delicate herbs, citrus brightness, and lingering natural sweetness.
Technical Details:
Bottler: Decadent Drinks
Distillery: Mortlach Distillery
Region: Speyside, Scotland
Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 20 Years
Distilled: 2005
ABV: 50%
Cask Type: Single first-fill barrel
Outturn: 179 bottles
Bottle Size: 700ml
Delivery within South Africa:
All orders are delivered from our central warehouse located in Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Local orders are usually delivered in 0-2 working days. Orders outside of Cape Town but within SA are generally delivered within 2-5 working days. If you require expedited delivery, we now offer an Express delivery service, which typically takes 1-3 working days, depending on your area.
While we strive for timely deliveries, there are occasional instances where delays may occur. These are rare but can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
Delivery Rates:
At checkout, you will be presented with delivery options and corresponding rates. These rates are provided directly by our courier partners and are displayed as is. On rare occasions, a courier may generate an incorrect delivery rate due to issues with the address recognition. In such cases, we will arrange for an alternative courier to deliver your order at a similar rate to the original cost.
We believe in offering transparency in our delivery fees and, as such, do not include any delivery costs in our product pricing. We do not profit from delivery fees.
Third-Party Couriers:
For the majority of our orders, we rely on third-party courier services for delivery. Regular notifications will be sent and on the day of delivery the couriers will notify you via sms, call or email . If the courier is unable to reach you, we will get in touch with you to arrange an alternative solution.
Please note, you will be required to sign upon delivery, and the drivers may request a form of identification.
If there is something wrong with your product, we will gladly issue a full refund of 100% of your purchase amount. To process this, please reach out to us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za as soon as possible, and we will guide you through the refund process.
Order Cancellations:
If you need to cancel your order, simply email us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za, and we’ll assist you with the cancellation process. Please note, cancellations will incur a small fee of 10%, which covers the transaction fees we incur for processing each order. If your order has already been shipped, please be aware that the shipping fee is non-refundable.
Consignment Orders:
We do not offer consignment stock or consignment deals.
Returns:
If you find that there is an issue with your product, you are eligible to return it to us. Here’s how you can initiate the return:
Exceptions to Returns:
Sale or Special Offer Items: Only regular-priced items are eligible for a refund. Unfortunately, items purchased on sale or as part of a special offer cannot be refunded.