Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Highland Park
£121
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 48.3% |
| Age | 13 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £150 | £120.51 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £121 vs £150.
For beginners: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) 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 £120.51)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£120.51 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −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 Highland?
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) 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 Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)