Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
The Whisky Cellar
£118
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Whisky Cellar | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.8% | 55.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £118.24 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £118 vs £150.
For beginners: Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +More affordable (£118.24 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 £118.24)
Who should buy Westport?
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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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