Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish vs Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Hinch
★ 5.00
£65
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£50
| Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hinch | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £64.73 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 vs £65.
For beginners: Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.73 vs £49.95)
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £64.73)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Hinch?
Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange