The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Cardrona Distillery
£133
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cardrona Distillery | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | New Zealand | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.7% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £133 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) is better value at £133 vs £150.
For beginners: The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£133 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.7%) — may need water
- −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 £133)
Who should buy The?
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) 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
Only The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)