Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) vs Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Dalmore
£700
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 4.80
£499
| Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) | Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Bowmore |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 56.9% |
| Age | 20 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £699.59 | £499 |
| Rating | — | 4.80/5 |
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is better value at £499 vs £700.
For beginners: Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699.59 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £699.59)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) 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.
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Only Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old