Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£212
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | 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 | 47.9% | 56.6% |
| Age | 33 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £211.95 | £208.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £212.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£211.95 vs £208.33)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £211.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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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Only Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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