Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs The Nikka 12 Year Old
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 Nikka 12 Year Old
Nikka
★ 4.11
£199
| Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | The Nikka 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Nikka |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.6% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £208.33 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.11/5 |
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The Nikka 12 Year Old
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
The Nikka 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.11).
The Nikka 12 Year Old is better value at £199 vs £208.
For beginners: The Nikka 12 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 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 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 vs £199)
The Nikka 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £208.33)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 Nikka 12 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
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