Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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
Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bruichladdich
£150
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56.6% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £150 vs £208.
For beginners: Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £150)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£150 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Trestarig?
Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky