Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice
Glen Moray
£132

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 55.9% |
| Age | 23 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £131.9 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £132 vs £150.
For beginners: Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£131.9 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £131.9)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice 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 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 7628) - Mackillop's Choice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange