Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£120
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.7% | 55.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£119.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £119.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glen Spey 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)