Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
The Whisky Cellar
£118
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | The Whisky Cellar |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £118.24 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £118 vs £150.
For beginners: Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £118.24)
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +More affordable (£118.24 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +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 Westport?
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
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