Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Paul John
★ 5.00
£149
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paul John | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £148.95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 better value at £124 vs £149.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£148.95 vs £124.18)
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
- +More affordable (£124.18 vs £148.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)