Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
Schenley
★ 3.50
£120
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Schenley | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | 3.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Who should buy Schenley?
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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
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