Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Bunnahabhain
£222
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.7% | 56.6% |
| Age | 28 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £221.81 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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 £222.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 23 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£221.81 vs £208.33)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £221.81)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 5836) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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
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