Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition vs Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 2.00
£250
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
| Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition | Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £250 | £331.43 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition is better value at £250 vs £331.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 vs £331.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.0 vs 5.0)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £250)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange