Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Glen Grant
£167
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glen Grant |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 49.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £150 | £167.47 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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 £167.
For beginners: Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £167.47)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£167.47 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 Glen?
Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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 Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Glen Grant 25 Year Old 1985 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)