Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Where to buy
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 15 Year Old - Distillery Labels (Gordon & MacPhail) (43%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange