Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£210
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 55.9% |
| Age | 24 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £209.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £210.
For beginners: Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£209.95 vs £150)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £209.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)