Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
Mackinlay's
£150
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackinlay's | Mortlach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.3% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
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 £150.
For beginners: Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mackinlay’s?
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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
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