Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£45
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Mortlach
£33
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.9% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £32.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £45.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £32.62)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.62 vs £44.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardlair?
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7898+7899) (Signatory)