Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) vs The Nite Owl Blended Scotch

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

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)The Nite Owl Blended Scotch
DistilleryDalmoreThe Nite Owl
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£37.51£22.95
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Nite Owl Blended Scotch

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Nite Owl Blended Scotch

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Nite Owl Blended Scotch is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Nite Owl Blended Scotch is better value at £23 vs £38.

For beginners: The Nite Owl Blended Scotch is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£37.51 vs £22.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

The Nite Owl Blended Scotch

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£22.95 vs £37.51)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) 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 The?

The Nite Owl Blended Scotch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

LeatheryTobaccoOld WoodSmokey

Only The Nite Owl Blended Scotch

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaToasted

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