Tomatin 21 Year Old vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Tomatin 21 Year Old | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 55.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £124.75 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 21 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Tomatin 21 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 21 Year Old is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Tomatin 21 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£124.75 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −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 £124.75)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 21 Year Old suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Tomatin 21 Year Old
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)