Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old vs Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 4.80
£499
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky
Dallas Dhu
£750
| Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old | Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Dallas Dhu |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56.9% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £499 | £750 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is better value at £499 vs £750.
For beginners: Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 affordable (£499 vs £750)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£750 vs £499)
- −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 Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Only Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old / Union of Crowns Speyside Whisky