Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£100
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Mortlach
£85
| Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) | Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jack Daniel's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Tennessee | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) is better value at £85 vs £100.
For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
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 (£99.99 vs £84.95)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Pros
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £99.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) 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 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) 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
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Where to buy
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange