Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Dalmore
£380
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Tamdhu
★ 5.00
£395
| Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Tamdhu |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.6% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £379.95 | £395 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £380 vs £395.
For beginners: Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£379.95 vs £395)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£395 vs £379.95)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 21 Year Old 2003 (cask 14743) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)