Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Fettercairn
£117
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Fettercairn |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 57% |
| Age | 13 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £150 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £117 vs £150.
For beginners: Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 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 £116.95)
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −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 Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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