Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £89.08 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt is better value at £89 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.08 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £89.08)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Amrut 100 Peated Single Malt
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)