Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryTormoreDalmore
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.2%42%
Age35 yr25 yr
Price£675£715
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value7/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value7/100

Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) is better value at £675 vs £715.

For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£675 vs £715)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£715 vs £675)

Who should buy Tormore?

Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

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

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)

ChocolateTobacco

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

VanillaHoney

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