Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
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
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
GlenDronach
★ 4.58
£175
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | GlenDronach |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £174.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.58/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.58).
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice is better value at £175 vs £208.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £174.95)
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£174.95 vs £208.33)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 The?
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
Where to buy
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange