Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release vs Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

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

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial ReleaseDalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
DistilleryBladnochDalmore
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV41.2%57.9%
Age29 yr20 yr
Price£4995£3995
Rating5.00/5

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value1/100

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection is better value at £3995 vs £4995.

For beginners: Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial 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

  • More expensive (£4995 vs £3995)

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£3995 vs £4995)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial 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.

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodCooked Fruit

Only Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release

HoneyChocolate

Only Dalmore 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection

Vanilla

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