Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl
Pocketful of Stones
£90
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pocketful of Stones | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £90 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl
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 0.00).
Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl is better value at £90 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£90 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £90)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Pocketful?
Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Single Cask Single Malt Cornish Whisky, 70cl
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)