World Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) v2 vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

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

World Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) v2Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryDrinks by the DramDalmore
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£149.95£124.18
Rating5.00/5

World Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) v2

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value40/100

World Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) v2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

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).

World Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) v2

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£149.95 vs £124.18)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy World?

World Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) v2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 World Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) v2

Fresh FruitCitricHoneyToasted

Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SherriedOld WoodChocolateDried FruitVanilla

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