Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum
Habitation
£150
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Habitation | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £150 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum
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).
Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum is better value at £150 vs £208.
For beginners: Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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)
Who should buy Habitation?
Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum 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 Habitation Velier Privateer 2017 New England Pure Single Rum
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice