Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
£150
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46.6% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) is better value at £150 vs £208.
For beginners: Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £149.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £208.33)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Peaty?
Peaty Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
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