Jack Daniel’s Bonded vs Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£40

Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory)
Mortlach
£33
| Jack Daniel’s Bonded | Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jack Daniel's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Tennessee | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £40.2 | £32.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory)
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel’s Bonded is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £40.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£40.2 vs £32.62)
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.62 vs £40.2)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel’s Bonded is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old 1999 (casks 7900+7901) (Signatory)