Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Longrow 21 Year Old
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
Longrow 21 Year Old
Springbank
★ 5.00
£265
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Longrow 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £265 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Longrow 21 Year Old
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Longrow 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £265.
For beginners: Longrow 21 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £265)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Longrow 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£265 vs £208.33)
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 Longrow?
Longrow 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Longrow 21 Year Old