Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150

Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971
Schenley
★ 5.00
£162
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Schenley |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Canada |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43.4% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £150 | £162 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £150 vs £162.
For beginners: Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £162)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£162 vs £150)
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 Schenley?
Schenley O.F.C. 8 Year Old Canadian Whisky - 1971 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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