Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice vs Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 4.75
£109
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017
Highland Park
★ 4.18
£80
| Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice | Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £108.89 | £79.99 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 4.18/5 |
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017
Quick verdict
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (4.75 vs 4.18).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017 is better value at £80 vs £109.
For beginners: Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£108.89 vs £79.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.99 vs £108.89)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 4.8)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - 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 Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old - Pre 2017