Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice vs Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 4.75
£109
Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection
Glenturret
£110
| Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice | Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 54.8% |
| Age | 22 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £108.89 | £110 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | — |
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection
Quick verdict
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (4.75 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £109 vs £110.
For beginners: Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£108.89 vs £110)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£110 vs £108.89)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice 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.
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection 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 Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Glenturret 13 Year Old 2010 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection