4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still RumMortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
DistilleryReisetbauerMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%55.9%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£137.5£150
Rating5.00/5

4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value33/100

4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum is better value at £138 vs £150.

For beginners: 4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£137.5 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 £137.5)

Who should buy 4X50?

4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only 4X50 R.N.P. Superior Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

CitricCooked Fruit

Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

VanillaNew WoodMalt Extract

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