Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice
Glenrothes
£121
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenrothes |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 54.3% |
| Age | 13 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £121 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £121 vs £150.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (45/100 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 £121)
The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +More affordable (£121 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — 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 Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only The Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 234) - Mackillop's Choice