Old Bushmills 9 Year Old / Bot.1960s Blended Irish Whiskey vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Bushmills 9 Year Old / Bot.1960s Blended Irish Whiskey
Bushmills
£750
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Old Bushmills 9 Year Old / Bot.1960s Blended Irish Whiskey | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Irish | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 42% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £750 | £715 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Bushmills 9 Year Old / Bot.1960s Blended Irish Whiskey
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Old Bushmills 9 Year Old / Bot.1960s Blended Irish Whiskey
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £750.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Bushmills 9 Year Old / Bot.1960s Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£750 vs £715)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
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 Old?
Old Bushmills 9 Year Old / Bot.1960s Blended Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) 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
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