Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt Whisky vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt WhiskyDalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryKanosukeDalmore
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£89.95£124.18
Rating5.00/5

Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value40/100

Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt Whisky is better value at £90 vs £124.

For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £124.18)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 £89.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kanosuke?

Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt 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 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 Kanosuke Single Malt Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HoneyCitricFresh FruitToastedSmokey

Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SherriedOld WoodChocolateDried FruitVanilla

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