Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
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
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Diageo
★ 4.75
£174
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Diageo |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 57.3% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £208.33 | £173.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) is better value at £174 vs £208.
For beginners: Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £173.65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£173.65 vs £208.33)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Collectivum?
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) 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 Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)