Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs The Glover 18 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's ChoiceThe Glover 18 Year Old
DistilleryMortlachAdelphi
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV56.6%48.6%
Age23 yr18 yr
Price£208.33£150
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value24/100

The Glover 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value33/100

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glover 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glover 18 Year Old is better value at £150 vs £208.

For beginners: The Glover 18 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£208.33 vs £150)

The Glover 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £208.33)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Glover 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedOld Wood

Only Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only The Glover 18 Year Old

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

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