Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release)
Glenturret
£165
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 50.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £164.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release)
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 £165.
For beginners: The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release) 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 £164.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£164.95 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 The?
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2024 Release) 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
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