Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Springbank 21 Year Old (2013 Release)

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

Mortlach 25 Year OldSpringbank 21 Year Old (2013 Release)
DistilleryMortlachSpringbank
RegionSpeysideCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43.4%46%
Age25 yr21 yr
Price£582.95£699
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value9/100

Springbank 21 Year Old (2013 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old (2013 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £699.

For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£582.95 vs £699)
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Springbank 21 Year Old (2013 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£699 vs £582.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old (2013 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Mortlach 25 Year Old

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Springbank 21 Year Old (2013 Release)

SmokeyLeatheryOilyDried Fruit

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