Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old vs Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 4.80
£499
Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive
Dalmore
£499
| Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old | Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Dalmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 52% |
| Age | 10 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £499 | £499 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive
Quick verdict
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive is better value at £499 vs £499.
For beginners: Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive 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
Only Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Only Dalmore 17 Year Old 2000 Merlot Barrique Finish - Distillery Exclusive