Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Bruichladdich
£174
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Dalmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 64.8% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £173.55 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £174.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (64.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.55 vs £124.18)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool) 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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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
Only Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 1944) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)