Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s

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

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s
DistilleryDalwhinnieDalmore
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age25 yr12 yr
Price£331.43£299
Rating5.00/5

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

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

Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s is better value at £299 vs £331.

For beginners: Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s 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)
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£331.43 vs £299)

Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £331.43)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 Dalmore?

Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s 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

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

Fresh Fruit

Only Dalmore 12 Year Old - 1970s

Old Wood

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