Craigellachie 13 Year Old vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Craigellachie
★ 4.39
£54
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Craigellachie 13 Year Old | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.9% |
| Age | 13 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £53.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.39/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.39).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old is better value at £54 vs £150.
For beginners: Craigellachie 13 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £150)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £53.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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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