Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryDalwhinnieInchgower
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£331.43£299
Rating5.00/5

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value15/100

Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £299 vs £331.

For beginners: Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

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 £299)

Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £331.43)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

VanillaFresh Fruit

Only Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

NuttyOld Wood

Where to buy

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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