Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Ardbeg
£600
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Ardbeg |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 53.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £715 | £599.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010) is better value at £600 vs £715.
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
- −More expensive (£715 vs £599.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£599.95 vs £715)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)