Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£250
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £150 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £250)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £150)
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015