Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s
DistilleryMortlachGlenturret
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.9%40%
Age13 yr18 yr
Price£150£199
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value33/100

The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £199.

For beginners: The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s 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 affordable (£150 vs £199)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55.9%) — may need water

The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 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 The?

The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

New Wood

Only The Glenturret 18 Year Old - 1990s

HoneyOld Wood

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