Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£94
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £93.95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £94 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£93.95 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £93.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 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 Speyside character.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)