Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Dalmore
£700
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Tomatin |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £699.59 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 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
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699.59 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £699.59)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 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
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