Aberlour 16 Year Old vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Aberlour 16 Year Old | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.9% |
| Age | 16 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.13/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.13).
Aberlour 16 Year Old is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Aberlour 16 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 16 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Aberlour 16 Year Old
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange