Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Mortlach
£306
| Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Overeem | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 59.4% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £259.1 | £306.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is better value at £259 vs £306.
For beginners: Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£259.1 vs £306.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£306.45 vs £259.1)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts 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.
Tasting notes
Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts