Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Highland Park
£205
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £204.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £205.
For beginners: Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£204.95 vs £150)
- −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 affordable (£150 vs £204.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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
Only Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)