Glenmorangie 80:20 vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glenmorangie 80:20 | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 80:20
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glenmorangie 80:20
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 £199.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 80:20 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 80:20
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 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 £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 80:20 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 80:20
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
Glenmorangie 80:20
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange