Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
DistilleryDalmoreGlenfiddich
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42%43%
Age21 yr30 yr
Price£699£799
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value7/100

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value6/100

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £699 vs £799.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £799)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£799 vs £699)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 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

Both taste of

SherriedVanillaOld Wood

Only Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

Cooked FruitToasted

Only Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

HoneyDried Fruit

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