Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Eagle Rare
★ 3.80
£121
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 55.9% | 45% |
| Age | 13 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £150 | £121.29 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.80/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.80).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) is better value at £121 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £121.29)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Pros
- +More affordable (£121.29 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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