Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
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
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Dalmore
£262
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 49.2% |
| Age | 23 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £261.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
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 £262.
For beginners: The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition is more approachable (55/100 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 £261.5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£261.5 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 The?
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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