Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977 vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977 | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 42% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £799 | £715 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £799.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £715)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977 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 25 Year Old (2015 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange