Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Mortlach
£190
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
| Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £189.62 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is better value at £190 vs £220.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£189.62 vs £219.99)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £189.62)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 5185) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old