Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£120
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £120 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) 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).
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£120 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £120)
Who should buy Orkney?
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)