Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£154
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 63.5% | 55.9% |
| Age | 3 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £154 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £154.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (63.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£154 vs £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £154)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 3 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Octomore?
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak 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
Both taste of
Only Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)