Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£350
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
| Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | 50 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £349.95 | £331.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £350.
For beginners: Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£349.95 vs £331.43)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£331.43 vs £349.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Master?
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
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