That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

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

That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent CalendarDalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyDalmore
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV48.9%46%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£134.95£124.18
Rating4.00/55.00/5

That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value30/100

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value40/100

That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £135.

For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£134.95 vs £124.18)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy That?

That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Both taste of

VanillaOld Wood

Only That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar

HoneyFresh FruitToasted

Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

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