Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Dalmore
£130
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 51.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £130 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) is better value at £130 vs £150.
For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £130)
Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£130 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — 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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Dalmore 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 2097) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)