Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 3.00
£150
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £150 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
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 3.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £150.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £124.18)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
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 Ardbeg & Glenrothes - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)