Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
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

Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£250
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 16 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Where to buy
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old - Pre 2015
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange