Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Diageo
★ 4.75
£174
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Diageo | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £173.65 | £208.33 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
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 4.75).
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) is better value at £174 vs £208.
For beginners: Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£173.65 vs £208.33)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £173.65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Collectivum?
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) 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 Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice