Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Bruichladdich
£258
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 58.1% |
| Age | 23 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £257.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £258.
For beginners: Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 affordable (£208.33 vs £257.5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£257.5 vs £208.33)
- −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 Port?
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)