Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks)
Pittyvaich
£477
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 44.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £476.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks)
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 £477.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks) 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 £476.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£476.5 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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Pittyvaich 35 Year Old 1990 - Whiskyland Chapter Thirty (Decadent Drinks)