Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glengoyne
★ 4.67
£177
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 55.9% |
| Age | 17 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £176.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £177.
For beginners: Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£176.95 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 £176.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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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