Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Dalmore
£135
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £135 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch 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).
Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £135 vs £150.
For beginners: Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£135 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £135)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 12 Year Old / Kyndal Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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