Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Glenesk
£395
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Glenesk |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 58.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £395 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £395.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£331.43 vs £395)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£395 vs £331.43)
- −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 Glenesk?
Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Glenesk 20 Year Old 1983 (cask 4928) - Cask Strength Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)