Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky vs Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Glenmorangie
£250
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
| Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky | Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £250 | £331.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky is better value at £250 vs £331.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 vs £331.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £250)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky 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 Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange