Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glenrothes
£150
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 55.9% |
| Age | 23 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £149.95)
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Glenrothes 23 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)