Union Jack Whisky - 1970s vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Union Jack Whisky - 1970s
Worthyman Blending Co.
£120
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Union Jack Whisky - 1970s | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Worthyman Blending Co. | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Union Jack Whisky - 1970s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Union Jack Whisky - 1970s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Union Jack Whisky - 1970s is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Union Jack Whisky - 1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Union Jack Whisky - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
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 £120)
Who should buy Union?
Union Jack Whisky - 1970s 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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