Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
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
Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Grosperrin
£299
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Grosperrin |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56.6% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
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 £299.
For beginners: Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac 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 £299)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 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 Grosperrin?
Grosperrin No.61 Fins Bois Heritage Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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