Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Braeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's ChoiceBraeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryMortlachBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.6%60.4%
Age23 yr23 yr
Price£208.33£188.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Braeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Braeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Braeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £189 vs £208.

For beginners: Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (35/100 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 £188.95)

Braeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£188.95 vs £208.33)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Braeval?

Braeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

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

ChocolateToasted

Only Braeval 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 6391) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Cooked FruitNutty

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