Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Feathery Blended Malt

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)The Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryMortlachSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionSpeysideOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV61.6%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£59.95£38
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £60.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (61.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£59.95 vs £38)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£38 vs £59.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

Who should buy The?

The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Only Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

LeatheryOilyMalt ExtractToastedTobacco

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoneyNutty

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