Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice vs Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky

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

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's ChoiceYula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky
DistilleryMortlachYula
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV56.6%40%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£208.33£199
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky is better value at £199 vs £208.

For beginners: Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£208.33 vs £199)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £208.33)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Yula?

Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedChocolateToastedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Yula 20 Year Old / Chapter One / Douglas Laing Blended Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeathery

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