Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release vs Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£4995
Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£4995
| Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release | Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Dalmore |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.2% | 40% |
| Age | 29 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £4995 | £4995 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release)
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release) is better value at £4995 vs £4995.
For beginners: Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 29 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release 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.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release) 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
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Only Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Only Dalmore 35 Year Old (2016 Release)