Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s
Martell
£700

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Martell | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 42% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £700 | £715 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s is better value at £700 vs £715.
For beginners: Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£700 vs £715)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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
- −More expensive (£715 vs £700)
Who should buy Martell?
Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac / Bot.1960s 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 Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)