Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Belle of Kentucky - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Belle of Kentucky - 1980s
Belle of Kentucky
£120
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Belle of Kentucky - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Belle of Kentucky |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Belle of Kentucky - 1980s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Belle of Kentucky - 1980s
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Belle of Kentucky - 1980s is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Belle of Kentucky - 1980s 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Belle of Kentucky - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Belle?
Belle of Kentucky - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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