Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£154
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 63.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £154 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Quick verdict
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak is better value at £154 vs £208.
For beginners: Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 3 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £154)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£154 vs £208.33)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (63.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Octomore?
Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak 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 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Octomore 10.4 3 Year Old - Dialogos Virgin Oak