Loch Dhu 10 Year Old vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Dhu 10 Year Old
Mannochmore
★ 4.14
£199
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Loch Dhu 10 Year Old | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mannochmore | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | 10 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.14/5 | 5.00/5 |
Loch Dhu 10 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Loch Dhu 10 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.14).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Loch Dhu 10 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Loch Dhu 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 £199)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Dhu 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Only Loch Dhu 10 Year Old
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)