Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky
Amrut
£167
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Amrut |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £167 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky
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 £167.
For beginners: Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £167)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£167 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 Amrut?
Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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