Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition
Lagavulin
£199
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.6% |
| Age | 11 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £199 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition
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).
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition is better value at £199 vs £208.
For beginners: Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition 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 Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice