Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) vs Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Dalmore
£185
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£130
| Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) | Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 52.2% |
| Age | 24 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £184.63 | £130 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £130 vs £185.
For beginners: Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£184.63 vs £130)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£130 vs £184.63)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Only Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)