Old Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013 vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013
Old Forester
£999
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Old Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013 | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Forester | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49% | 42% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £999 | £715 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Old Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013
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 £999.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 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 Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013 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.
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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Only Old Forester 12 Year Old - Birthday Bourbon 2013
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)