Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky
Compass Box
£195
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Compass Box | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £195 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky
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).
Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £195 vs £208.
For beginners: Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£195 vs £208.33)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £195)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Compass?
Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Compass Box Celestial Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice