Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky CellarMortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
DistilleryInvergordonMortlach
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV46.5%55.9%
Age31 yr13 yr
Price£114.95£150
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value33/100

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £115 vs £150.

For beginners: Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar

Pros

  • +More affordable (£114.95 vs £150)
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 13 years)

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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150 vs £114.95)

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar 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

VanillaToastedMalt Extract

Only Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar

HoneyFresh Fruit

Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

New Wood

Explore more