Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
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
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Caol Ila
£199
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 65.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) is better value at £199 vs £208.
For beginners: Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) 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 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £199)
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£199 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (65.8%) — may need water
- −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 Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)