Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bowmore
£190
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bowmore |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 54.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £189.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £190.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £189.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£189.95 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Bowmore 21 Year Old 1995 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)