Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mackmyra
★ 4.67
£128
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackmyra | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 46% |
| Age | 3 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £127.95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £128.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£127.95 vs £124.18)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mackmyra?
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 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 Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)