Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten
Bruichladdich
★ 4.13
£150
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.6% |
| Age | 10 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £150 | £208.33 |
| Rating | 4.13/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten
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 4.13).
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten is better value at £150 vs £208.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £208.33)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £150)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Bruichladdich 10 Year Old - The Laddie Ten
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice