The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
The Oxford Artisan Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Oxford Artisan Distillery | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£95 vs £124.18)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £95)
Who should buy The?
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)