The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldMortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
DistilleryThe AntiquaryMortlach
RegionOther ScotchSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%59.5%
Age21 yr10 yr
Price£84.9£92.64
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value54/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £93.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £92.64)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£92.64 vs £84.9)

Who should buy The?

The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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 The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitHoneyToasted

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