Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Thomas H Handy Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Thomas H Handy Straight Rye
Thomas H. Handy
£117
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Thomas H Handy Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Thomas H. Handy |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 55.9% | 64.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £116.81 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Thomas H Handy Straight Rye
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Thomas H Handy Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Thomas H Handy Straight Rye is better value at £117 vs £150.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is more approachable (35/100 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 £116.81)
Thomas H Handy Straight Rye
Pros
- +More affordable (£116.81 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — 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 Thomas?
Thomas H Handy Straight Rye 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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