Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl
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 Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl
The Lakes Distillery
£250
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56.6% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £249.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £250.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £249.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.99 vs £208.33)
- −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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl 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 The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Cascade 70cl