Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky
Bakery Hill
£129
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bakery Hill |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £129 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky is better value at £129 vs £150.
For beginners: Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £129)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£129 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 Bakery?
Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Bakery Hill Batch 1 / 5 Year Old / That Boutique-y Whisky Company Single Whisky