White Heather 21 Year Old vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
White Heather 21 Year Old
White Heather
★ 5.00
£120
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| White Heather 21 Year Old | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | White Heather | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 55.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
White Heather 21 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
White Heather 21 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
White Heather 21 Year Old is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: White Heather 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
White Heather 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Who should buy White?
White Heather 21 Year Old suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only White Heather 21 Year Old
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)