Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Kanosuke
£199
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Kanosuke |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 57% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
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: Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is more approachable (35/100 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
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −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 Kanosuke?
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition 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
Both taste of
Only Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition