Bruichladdich 30 Year Old 1988 - The Untouchable vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 30 Year Old 1988 - The Untouchable
Bruichladdich
£899
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Bruichladdich 30 Year Old 1988 - The Untouchable | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Dalmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.2% | 42% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £899 | £715 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 30 Year Old 1988 - The Untouchable
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Bruichladdich 30 Year Old 1988 - The Untouchable
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
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 £899.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 30 Year Old 1988 - The Untouchable
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£899 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 30 Year Old 1988 - The Untouchable 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
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