Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967
Black Velvet
£216
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Black Velvet |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Canada |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £216 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £216.
For beginners: Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £216)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£216 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Black?
Black Velvet Canadian Whisky - 1967 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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