Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Appleton
£327
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Appleton |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £331.43 | £327 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection is better value at £327 vs £331.
For beginners: Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection is more approachable (65/100 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 £327)
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Pros
- +More affordable (£327 vs £331.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Appleton?
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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