Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£285
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.) | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49% | 56.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £284.95 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £285.
For beginners: Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£284.95 vs £208.33)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £284.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice 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
Both taste of
Only Islay Single Malt 30 Year Old 1991 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice