Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Port Charlotte PC8 - Ar Duthchas
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 PC8 - Ar Duthchas
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£210
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Port Charlotte PC8 - Ar Duthchas | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 60.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £209.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Port Charlotte PC8 - Ar Duthchas
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Port Charlotte PC8 - Ar Duthchas
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £210.
For beginners: Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £209.5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte PC8 - Ar Duthchas
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£209.5 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 Port?
Port Charlotte PC8 - Ar Duthchas 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
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Port Charlotte PC8 - Ar Duthchas