Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l
Eagle Rare
★ 4.00
£114
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 55.9% | 45% |
| Age | 13 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £150 | £114 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l is better value at £114 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £114)
Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£114 vs £150)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 10 Year Old 1.75l suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
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