Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£50
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
| Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.8% | 53.1% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £49 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is better value at £49 vs £50.
For beginners: Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £49)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Scallywag?
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 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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Where to buy
Mortlach 1998 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange