Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky
Ardmore
£160
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £160 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky
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 £160.
For beginners: Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£160 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 £160)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 2002 / 17 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Highland Whisky 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
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