Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Mortlach
£230
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £230 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
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 £230.
For beginners: Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £230)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£230 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky