Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs William Larue Weller (2020 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
William Larue Weller (2020 Release)
William Larue Weller
£130
| Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | William Larue Weller (2020 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 55.9% | 67.3% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
William Larue Weller (2020 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
William Larue Weller (2020 Release)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
William Larue Weller (2020 Release) is better value at £130 vs £150.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2020 Release) 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 £129.95)
William Larue Weller (2020 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — 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 William?
William Larue Weller (2020 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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