Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

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

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 ReleaseGlenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
DistilleryDalmoreGlenmorangie
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
Age18 yr15 yr
Price£299£399
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release is better value at £299 vs £399.

For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £299)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodVanillaToasted

Only Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

Dried Fruit

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