Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£146
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Decadent Drinks | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.1% | 46% |
| Age | 28 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £146.1 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £146.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£146.1 vs £124.18)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Pride?
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)