Glenfarclas 35 Year Old vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glenfarclas 35 Year Old | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 42% |
| Age | 35 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £850 | £715 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 35 Year Old
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenfarclas 35 Year Old
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 £850.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 35 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 35 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£850 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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 35 Year Old 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.
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
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 35 Year Old
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)