Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask
Bruichladdich
£199
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask | 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 | 17 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £199 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask
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).
Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask is better value at £199 vs £208.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£199 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 17 Year Old - Rum Cask 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.
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 17 Year Old - Rum Cask
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice