Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tamnavulin
£115
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tamnavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 47.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £150 | £114.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £115 vs £150.
For beginners: Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £114.95)
Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 13 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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