Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£742
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Ardbeg |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 60.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £715 | £741.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £742.
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
- +More affordable (£715 vs £741.76)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£741.76 vs £715)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask 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 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask