Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Shinshu
£170
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shinshu | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.8% | 56.6% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £170.04 | £208.33 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
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).
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) is better value at £170 vs £208.
For beginners: Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£170.04 vs £208.33)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −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 £170.04)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) 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 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 Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice