Tobermory 18 Year Old vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 18 Year Old
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£120
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Tobermory 18 Year Old | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Dalmore |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £120 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 18 Year Old
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Tobermory 18 Year Old
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 18 Year Old is better value at £120 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £124.18)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £120)
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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