Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£135
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £135 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £135 vs £150.
For beginners: Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£135 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £135)
Who should buy Ballantine's?
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)