Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s
Glenmorangie
£250
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s
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: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s 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
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s
Where to buy
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old - 2000s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange