Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£150
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Alistair Walker |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 52.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £150 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (50/100 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)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — 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 Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)