Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Rosebank
£799
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Rosebank |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 48% |
| Age | 25 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £715 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
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: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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
Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £715)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)