Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Berry Bros. & Rudd
£118
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Berry Bros. & Rudd | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Scotch | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £117.5 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is better value at £118 vs £150.
For beginners: Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£117.5 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — 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 £117.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)