Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£120
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 46% |
| Age | 19 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £120 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
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).
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £120 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£120 vs £124.18)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −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
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £120)
Who should buy Sutherland?
Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) 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 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 Sutherland 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)