Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Appleton
£228
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Appleton | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £228 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
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 £228.
For beginners: Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£228 vs £208.33)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £228)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Appleton?
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice