Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish vs Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Auchentoshan
£399
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
| Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish | Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.7% | 48.8% |
| Age | 29 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £399 | £331.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £399.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £331.43)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£331.43 vs £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish 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 Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
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Where to buy
Auchentoshan 29 Year Old 1988 - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange