Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)
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
Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tobermory
£200
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £200 vs £208.
For beginners: Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £199.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199.95 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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)