The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
DistilleryGlenDronachMortlach
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.1%56.6%
Age22 yr23 yr
Price£179.95£208.33
Rating5.00/5

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value24/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) is better value at £180 vs £208.

For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£179.95 vs £208.33)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£208.33 vs £179.95)

Who should buy The?

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) 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 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

SherriedChocolateDried FruitOld WoodToasted

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)

Vanilla

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