Dalmore 30 Year Old (2024 Edition) vs Balvenie 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Dalmore 30 Year Old (2024 Edition) | Balvenie 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Balvenie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.8% | 44.2% |
| Age | 30 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £4700 | £3192.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 30 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Balvenie 30 Year Old
Dalmore 30 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Balvenie 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Balvenie 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balvenie 30 Year Old is better value at £3193 vs £4700.
For beginners: Dalmore 30 Year Old (2024 Edition) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 30 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£4700 vs £3192.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Balvenie 30 Year Old
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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 30 Year Old (2024 Edition) 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 30 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.
Tasting notes
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