Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 2.00
£250
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.9% |
| Age | 18 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £250 | £150 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition 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
Both taste of
Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange