Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition vs Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£54
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Mortlach
★ 3.75
£85
| Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition | Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £53.95 | £84.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.75/5 |
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is better value at £54 vs £85.
For beginners: Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £84.83)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.83 vs £53.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition 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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Only Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange