The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 vs Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

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

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
DistilleryThe MacallanDalmore
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%57.9%
Age25 yr20 yr
Price£2750£3995
Rating4.91/5

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is better value at £2750 vs £3995.

For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
  • +More affordable (£2750 vs £3995)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£3995 vs £2750)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

Who should buy The?

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld Wood

Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Dried FruitChocolateTobacco

Only Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

Cooked FruitVanilla

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