The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Glenrothes
£122
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.2% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £121.95 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
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).
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits is better value at £122 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +More affordable (£121.95 vs £124.18)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.2%) — may need water
- −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
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £121.95)
Who should buy The?
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits 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
Both taste of
Only The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)