Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum
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
Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum
Mount Gay
£199
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Mount Gay |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56.6% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum is better value at £199 vs £208.
For beginners: Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (60/100 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 £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Mount?
Mount Gay XO Peat Smoke Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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