Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glen Ord
£225
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £225 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt 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).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £225.
For beginners: Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£225 vs £150)
- −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 affordable (£150 vs £225)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch 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.
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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