Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt) vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Caol Ila
£147
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt) | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Dalmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £146.77 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
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 £147.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£146.77 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 Caol?
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)