Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£117
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glengoyne |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 52.6% |
| Age | 13 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £150 | £117.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation is better value at £117 vs £150.
For beginners: Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £117.45)
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£117.45 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
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Where to buy
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1985 Summer Distillation
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange