Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£850
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 42% |
| Age | 50 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £849.95 | £715 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £850.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£849.95 vs £715)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£715 vs £849.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 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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