Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Michel Forgeron
£110
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Michel Forgeron | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £110 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
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).
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £110 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£110 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 £110)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Michel?
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac 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 Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)