Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release) vs Glenfiddich 50 Year Old

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

Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release)Glenfiddich 50 Year Old
DistilleryDalmoreGlenfiddich
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%46.1%
Age45 yr50 yr
Price£18499.9£22799
Rating4.70/5

Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 50 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfiddich 50 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfiddich 50 Year Old is rated higher (4.70 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release) is better value at £18500 vs £22799.

For beginners: Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£18499.9 vs £22799)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)

Glenfiddich 50 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
  • +Longer maturation (50 vs 45 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£22799 vs £18499.9)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 50 Year Old 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

HoneyDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 45 Year Old (2023 Release)

SherriedCooked FruitToasted

Only Glenfiddich 50 Year Old

Old WoodVanilla

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