Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
Miyagikyo
£199
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Miyagikyo | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
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 £199.
For beginners: Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 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 £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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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