Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Reference Series III.3
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
Reference Series III.3
Reference Series
★ 5.00
£271
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Reference Series III.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Reference Series |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 47.3% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £270.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Reference Series III.3
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Reference Series III.3
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £271.
For beginners: Reference Series III.3 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £270.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
Reference Series III.3
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£270.95 vs £208.33)
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 Reference?
Reference Series III.3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Reference Series III.3