Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Glenmorangie
£150
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | 10 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
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 £150.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
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)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Both taste of
Only Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
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Where to buy
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old - 1980s (with Handcrafts of Scotland 'Selecting the Spirit' Tin)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange