Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Grant
★ 5.00
£130
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.6% | 46% |
| Age | 39 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
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 better value at £124 vs £130.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (39 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £124.18)
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
- +More affordable (£124.18 vs £129.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) 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 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)