Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Jura
£230
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 56.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £230.21 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
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).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £230.
For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£230.21 vs £208.33)
- −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 affordable (£208.33 vs £230.21)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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
Both taste of
Only Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice