Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice vs Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 4.75
£109
Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s
Fettercairn
£100
| Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice | Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Fettercairn |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 22 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £108.89 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | — |
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s
Quick verdict
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (4.75 vs 0.00).
Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s is better value at £100 vs £109.
For beginners: Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£108.89 vs £99.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £108.89)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - 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.
Who should buy Old?
Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Old Fettercairn 10 Year Old - 1990s