Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Arran
★ 4.67
£199
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.9% |
| Age | 17 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 17 Year Old (2014 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
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.
Tasting notes
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