Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Cardrona Distillery
£133
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Cardrona Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 62.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £133 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) is better value at £133 vs £150.
For beginners: The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £133)
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£133 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.7%) — 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 The?
The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) 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
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)