Mortlach 18 Year Old vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 18 Year Old | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £169.67 | £219.99 |
| Rating | 3.21/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
Mortlach 18 Year Old is better value at £170 vs £220.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£169.67 vs £219.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.2 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £169.67)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 18 Year Old
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old