Canadian Club Whisky - 1969 vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Canadian Club Whisky - 1969
Canadian Club
★ 5.00
£120
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Canadian Club Whisky - 1969 | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Canadian Club | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Canadian Club Whisky - 1969
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Canadian Club Whisky - 1969
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Canadian Club Whisky - 1969 is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Canadian Club Whisky - 1969 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Canadian Club Whisky - 1969
Pros
- +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
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Who should buy Canadian?
Canadian Club Whisky - 1969 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Both taste of
Only Canadian Club Whisky - 1969
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)