Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
Compass Box
£150
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Compass Box | Mortlach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £150 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
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 The Peat Monster 2011 is better value at £150 vs £208.
For beginners: Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£150 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 £150)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Compass?
Compass Box The Peat Monster 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 The Peat Monster 2011
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice