Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Glen Garioch
£121
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glen Garioch |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £121 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky is better value at £121 vs £150.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £121)
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£121 vs £150)
Cons
- −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 Glen?
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky