Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
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
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia
£187
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £186.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £187 vs £208.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £186.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£186.95 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Where to buy
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange