Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Mortlach
£306
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Overeem |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 60% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £306.45 | £259.1 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Quick verdict
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is better value at £259 vs £306.
For beginners: Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£306.45 vs £259.1)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£259.1 vs £306.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts 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 Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) 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 Mortlach 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)