Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky vs Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Aberlour
£550
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
| Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky | Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £550 | £331.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £550.
For beginners: Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£550 vs £331.43)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£331.43 vs £550)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) 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 Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange