Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Connemara
£195
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Connemara | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £195 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
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).
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) is better value at £195 vs £208.
For beginners: Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
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 Connemara?
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice