Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Old Perth 1996 Vintage Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Old Perth 1996 Vintage Collection
Old Perth
£180
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Old Perth 1996 Vintage Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Old Perth |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 55.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £180 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Old Perth 1996 Vintage Collection
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Old Perth 1996 Vintage Collection
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 £180.
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 £180)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Perth 1996 Vintage Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£180 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 Old?
Old Perth 1996 Vintage Collection 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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Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
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