Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Brackla |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £174.95 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) is better value at £175 vs £220.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£174.95 vs £219.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £174.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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