Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
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
Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£155
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tullibardine |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 52.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £155 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) is better value at £155 vs £208.
For beginners: Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £155)
Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£155 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
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