Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Springbank 21 Year Old (2025 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 (2025 Release)
Springbank
£280
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | Springbank 21 Year Old (2025 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 | £280 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Springbank 21 Year Old (2025 Release)
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Springbank 21 Year Old (2025 Release)
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 £280.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old (2025 Release) is more approachable (50/100 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 £280)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old (2025 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£280 vs £208.33)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 (2025 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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