Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead
GlenAllachie
£124
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | GlenAllachie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 59% |
| Age | 13 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £150 | £123.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead 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 £123.95)
GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — 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 GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead 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 GlenAllachie 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 6607) - PX Hogshead