Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
£175
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.4% | 55.9% |
| Age | 24 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £174.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
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 £175.
For beginners: Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£174.95 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 £174.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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
Only Ledaig 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)