Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Glenmorangie
£150
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Where to buy
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange