Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial
Ron Zacapa
£117
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ron Zacapa | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £117 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial is better value at £117 vs £150.
For beginners: Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£117 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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)
Who should buy Ron?
Ron Zacapa Centenario XO Rum Solera Gran Reserva Especial suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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