Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

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

Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 ArmagnacDalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryD'AurensanDalmore
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£97.95£124.18
Rating5.00/5

Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac

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).

Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac is better value at £98 vs £124.

For beginners: Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£97.95 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 £97.95)

Who should buy Domaine?

Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac 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 Domaine d'Aurensan Millesime 2001 Armagnac

Cooked FruitFresh FruitHoneyToasted

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

SherriedOld WoodChocolateDried FruitVanilla

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