Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
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
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Brackla
★ 5.00
£233
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £232.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £208 vs £233.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£208.33 vs £232.95)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£232.95 vs £208.33)
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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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