Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Hawk's Rock
★ 5.00
£130
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hawk's Rock | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 55.9% |
| Age | 14 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £129.9 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona is better value at £130 vs £150.
For beginners: Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£129.9 vs £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £129.9)
Who should buy Athrú?
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)