Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s
Curtis
£299
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Curtis |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £331.43 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s is better value at £299 vs £331.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +More affordable (£299 vs £331.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Challenging for beginners — intense and polarising
- −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 Curtis?
Curtis Sloe Gin / Bot.1950s is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Tasting notes
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