Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection vs Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55%
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection
Dalmore
£2500
Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55%
Karuizawa
★ 4.67
£1500
| Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection | Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Karuizawa |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 55% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2499.95 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection
Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55%
Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection
Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55%
Quick verdict
Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55% is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55% is better value at £1500 vs £2500.
For beginners: Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2499.95 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55%
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2499.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection 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.
Who should buy Karuizawa?
Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55% 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 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection
Only Karuizawa Spirit of Asama 55%