Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old
Bruichladdich
£195
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 61.3% |
| Age | 13 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £150 | £194.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old
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 £195.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £194.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£194.95 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 Octomore?
Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old 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 Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Octomore 15.3 5 Year Old