Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release)
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
Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 4.60
£200
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.60/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release) is better value at £200 vs £208.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £200)
Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£200 vs £208.33)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
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 Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
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