Scapa 12 Year Old - 1990s vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Scapa 12 Year Old - 1990s | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scapa | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Scapa 12 Year Old - 1990s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Scapa 12 Year Old - 1990s
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 £199.
For beginners: Scapa 12 Year Old - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Scapa 12 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 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 £199)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Scapa?
Scapa 12 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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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