Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition
Black Tot
£143
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Black Tot | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £143 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £143.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£143 vs £124.18)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Black?
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2025 Edition
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)