Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend
Royal Salute
£180
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Royal Salute |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £180 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend
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: Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend is more approachable (60/100 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
Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −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 Royal?
Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Peated Blend