Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£100
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Dalmore |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 46% |
| Age | 22 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £124.18)
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
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £99.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) 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 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 Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)