Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Pros

• +Better value for money
• +More affordable (£208.33 vs £295)
• +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

• −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks

Pros

• +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
• +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
• +Longer maturation (28 vs 23 years)
• +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

• −More expensive (£295 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 Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks 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.