Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Mortlach
£33
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £32.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £37.
For beginners: Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.52 vs £32.62)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.62 vs £36.52)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) 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 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)