Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask
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
Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask
Loch Lomond
£250
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £250.
For beginners: Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 23 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £208.33)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Rhosdhu?
Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Rhosdhu 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 3237) - First Cask