Highland Park 25 Year Old - 1990s vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Highland Park 25 Year Old - 1990sDalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryHighland ParkDalmore
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.5%42%
Age25 yr25 yr
Price£999£715
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 25 Year Old - 1990s

Smoke64/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value7/100

Highland Park 25 Year Old - 1990s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £999.

For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 25 Year Old - 1990s

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£999 vs £715)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 25 Year Old - 1990s suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) 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

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodHoney

Only Highland Park 25 Year Old - 1990s

SmokeyTobacco

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

VanillaDried Fruit

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