Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Nikka
★ 4.70
£899
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 42% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £899 | £715 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | 5.00/5 |
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.70).
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £899.
For beginners: Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£899 vs £715)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
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 Nikka?
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) 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.
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
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)