Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 4.00
£150
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £150 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
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 4.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £124.18)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)