Name: Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Brand: Mortlach
Price: 555.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is characterised by Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Tobacco notes. Mortlach's 21-year-old from 2020 balances the distillery's signature meaty, savoury profile with bright fruit from its finish in Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks. Only 7,692 bottles were released of this characterful Speyside expression.

Question 2

Is Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) has some sweetness (58/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (56.9%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) costs £555 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.9% ABV, Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020)?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) similar to The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) and The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) costs £399 vs £555 for Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020).

Question 11

Is Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) similar to Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) and Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Cooked Fruit, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish costs £334.62 vs £555 for Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020).

Question 12

How does Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) compare to Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) and Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Mortlach 21 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is complex and layered, while Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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