Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac
Fouquet Couzin
£122
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fouquet Couzin | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £122 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac is better value at £122 vs £150.
For beginners: Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£122 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 £122)
Who should buy Fouquet?
Fouquet Couzin Extra Vieille Cognac 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.
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
Both taste of
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