Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Loch Lomond
£120
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 55.9% | 58.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −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 Rhosdhu?
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)