Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s

Pros

• +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
• +More affordable (£199 vs £208.33)

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 12 years)
• +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

• −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
• −More expensive (£208.33 vs £199)

Who should buy Bushmills?

Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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.