Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release)
Thomas H. Handy
£128
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thomas H. Handy | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 63.5% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £128.45 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release) is better value at £128 vs £150.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£128.45 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (63.5%) — 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 £128.45)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Thomas?
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2015 Release) 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 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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