Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky
Spirit of Hven
£150
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spirit of Hven | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.95 vs £124.18)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Spirit of Hven Urania Single Malt Whisky
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)