Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary

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

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary
DistilleryDalwhinnieAberfeldy
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age25 yr25 yr
Price£331.43£450.95
Rating5.00/5

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

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

Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £451.

For beginners: Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary is more approachable (60/100 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 £450.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£450.95 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 Aberfeldy?

Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary 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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Aberfeldy 25 Year Old - 125th Anniversary

SherriedCooked Fruit

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