Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379)
GlenDronach
£150
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | GlenDronach |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 51.6% |
| Age | 13 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £150 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379) is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379) 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 £149.95)
GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — 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 GlenDronach?
GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379) 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 GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 3379)