Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 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
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Amrut
★ 5.00
£170
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Amrut |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 50% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £169.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Quick verdict
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) is better value at £170 vs £208.
For beginners: Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £169.99)
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£169.99 vs £208.33)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Amrut?
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
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Where to buy
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange