Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch)
Port Ellen
£850
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 60.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £715 | £850 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch)
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 £850.
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£850 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 Port?
Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch) 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
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Port Ellen 24 Year Old 1982 (cask 2461) (Bladnoch)