The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Dalmore
£185
| The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Dalmore |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 51.2% |
| Age | 22 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £210 | £184.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is better value at £185 vs £210.
For beginners: Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£210 vs £184.63)
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£184.63 vs £210)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
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