Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
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
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
Compass Box
£150
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Compass Box |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 is better value at £150 vs £208.
For beginners: Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 is more approachable (45/100 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
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£150 vs £208.33)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Compass?
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011