Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005
Hakushu
★ 4.33
£199
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Hakushu |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005 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 affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Hakushu?
Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005 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 Hakushu 12 Year Old - Pre 2005