Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Bushmills
£250
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bushmills |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | Irish |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
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 £250.
For beginners: Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey 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)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Tasting notes
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Only Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey